The average train between Bolton and Barry takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton 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 Bolton and Barry. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Barry at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bolton 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 Bolton to Barry. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Barry station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Bolton to Barry train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Barry train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Bolton to Barry train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Barry is 249.5 km. The road distance is 302 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 13m.