The average train between Leicester and Barry takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Barry. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Barry at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Barry. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Barry station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Leicester to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Leicester to Barry train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leicester and Barry is 201.6 km. The road distance is 250 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Barry via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 4h 17m.