The average train between Edinburgh and Barry takes 7h 36m and the fastest train takes 6h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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 4 hours between Edinburgh and Barry. The earliest departure is at 1:24 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Barry at 1:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Barry. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Barry station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.
Edinburgh to Barry train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Barry train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Edinburgh to Barry train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Edinburgh and Barry is 506.2 km. The road distance is 623 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Barry via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h.