The average train between Penzance and Barry takes 6h 57m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance to Barry. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Penzance and Barry. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Barry at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 6h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Barry? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Barry. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Barry station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.
Penzance to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Penzance to Barry train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Penzance and Barry is 213.1 km. The road distance is 406 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Barry via Plymouth, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 23m.