The average train between Exeter and Barry takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 Exeter and Barry. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Barry at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Barry. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Barry station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Exeter to Barry train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Barry train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Exeter to Barry train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Exeter and Barry is 77.1 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Barry via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central in around 2h 39m.