The average train between Plymouth and Barry takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Barry. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Barry at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Barry. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Barry station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Plymouth to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Plymouth to Barry train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Plymouth and Barry is 129.3 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Barry via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 3h 47m.