The average train between Luton and Barry takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is an hourly train service from Luton 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 Luton and Barry. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Barry at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Luton 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 Luton to Barry. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Barry station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Luton to Barry train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Barry train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Luton to Barry train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Luton and Barry is 204.9 km. The road distance is 301 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Barry via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 51m.