The cheapest and fastest trains from Llantwit Major to Barry
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Llantwit Major to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Llantwit Major to Barry will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Llantwit Major for Barry on Mon, May 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:54 PM0h19Llantwit Major2:13 PMBarry$71One-way0 transfers
1:54 PM0h19Llantwit Major2:13 PMBarry$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Llantwit Major to Barry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llantwit Major to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Barry take longer:
Bus takes on average 56m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (18m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $4 (€4) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Llantwit Major to Barry by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Llantwit Major to Barry
Trains from Llantwit Major to Barry run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Llantwit Major to Barry trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Llantwit Major and Barry from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Llantwit Major to Barry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Llantwit Major to Barry by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Llantwit Major to Barry
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Barry and Cardiff) via Llanmaes Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Bridgend) from the station car park. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge or detour along Llanmaes Road and the station car park
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the top of the stairs to the Bridgend bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: The nearest bust stop is in Le Pouliguen Way.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop in the station car park
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:50 - 12:20 Saturday 08:45 - 13:15 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible from the station car park. Platforms 2 and 3 (to Barry Island and Bridgend) are only accessible via a footbridge with steps.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: For the nearest public phone, turn right out of station on to Broad Street. Phone is apx 200yds away opposite Barclays Bank.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:20 - 12:50 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available throughout the station. Access to Platforms 1 and 2 is available via footbridge and lifts. Wheelchair space is available within the platform waiting shelter, help points, and emergency evacuation refuge points are available at either end of the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops on Vere Street next to the Nisa Local shop.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramp leading from the subway to the platforms difficult to negotiate.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance adjacent to council offices
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