The average train between York and Barry takes 5h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from York 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 every 2 hours between York and Barry. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 8:40 PM which arrives into Barry at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from York 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 York to Barry. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Barry station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.
York to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from York station.
York to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your York to Barry train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between York and Barry is 320.8 km. The road distance is 389 km.
You can take a train from York to Barry via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 12m.