The average train between Northampton and Barry takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton 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 Northampton and Barry. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Barry at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Barry. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Barry station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Northampton to Barry train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.
Northampton to Barry train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Northampton to Barry train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Northampton and Barry is 190.1 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Barry via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 4h 24m.