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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 €26.56, with average prices for this route around €26.56. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:33 2h 46m, Changes required Barry Docks	08:19 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
05:57 2h 48m, Changes required Barry Docks	08:45 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:16 2h 39m, Changes required Barry Docks	08:55 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:27 2h 53m, Changes required Barry Docks	09:20 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:57 2h 48m, Changes required Barry Docks	09:45 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
07:16 2h 38m, Changes required Barry Docks	09:54 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

2h 32m

Distance

154 km

Price

€26.56*

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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Barry to Birmingham New Street, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving 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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Barry to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Barry to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details