The average train between Aberystwyth and Barry takes 5h 23m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberystwyth 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 Aberystwyth and Barry. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Barry at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth 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 Aberystwyth to Barry. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Barry station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.
Aberystwyth to Barry train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Barry train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Barry train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Barry is 125.5 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Barry via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 4h 54m.