The average train between Liverpool and Barry takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Barry. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Liverpool is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Barry at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Barry. However, there are services departing from Liverpool station and arriving at Barry station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Liverpool to Barry train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Liverpool to Barry train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Liverpool to Barry train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Liverpool and Barry is 224.5 km. The road distance is 292 km.
You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Barry via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 4h 35m.