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Barry to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Barry to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €26.52, with average prices for this route around €26.52. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
19:57 2 hours 49 minutes, Changes required Barry Docks	22:46 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
20:46 3 hours 8 minutes, Changes required Barry Docks	23:54 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
20:46 3 hours 16 minutes, Changes required Barry Docks	00:02 +1 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
23:16 8 hours 39 minutes, Changes required Barry Docks	07:55 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Barry to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

First train

05:33

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Barry

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

2 hours 32 minutes

Distance

154 km

Price

€26.52*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Barry to Birmingham New Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Barry to Birmingham New Street during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Barry to Birmingham New Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Barry to Birmingham New Street, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Barry to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Barry to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Barry to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Barry to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details