The average train between Barnstaple and Barry takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple 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 hourly between Barnstaple and Barry. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Barry at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple to Barry. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Barry station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.
Barnstaple to Barry train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Barry train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Barnstaple to Barry train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Barnstaple and Barry is 64.6 km. The road distance is 259 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Barry via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 40m.