The average train between South Shields and Barry takes 7h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from South Shields 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 every 2 hours between South Shields and Barry. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Barry at 11:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 7h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from South Shields 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 South Shields to Barry. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.
South Shields to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
The distance between South Shields and Barry is 418.7 km. The road distance is 507 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Barry via Central Station, Newcastle, Birmingham New Street, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 11m.