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The average train between Barry and Plymouth takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Barry to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 9m
Duration
173 mi
Distance
£87
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Bristol

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
  2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 17m
£65–133

Barry to Plymouth train times

Trains run hourly between Barry and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barry is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country3h 30m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country3h 55m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country3h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 47m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country3h 53m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 47m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country3h 53m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country3h 54m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barry to Plymouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Barry to Plymouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 172.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Plymouth, England?

You can take a train from Barry to Plymouth via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 17m.

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