What is the cheapest way to get from Coventry to Barry?

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Barry is to bus which costs £19 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coventry to Barry?

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Barry is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Barry?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry station to Barry. However, there are services departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station and arriving at The Priory via Birmingham Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Coventry and Barry?

No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Barry. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Barry via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Coventry to Barry?

The distance between Coventry and Barry is 135 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

How do I travel from Coventry to Barry without a car?

The best way to get from Coventry to Barry without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £30 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Coventry to Barry?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Coventry to Barry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Barry bus from?

Coventry to Barry bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Barry train from?

Coventry to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Barry?

The best way to get from Coventry to Barry is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Coventry to Barry bus arrive?

Coventry to Barry bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Coventry to Barry train arrive?

Coventry to Barry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Barry?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Barry is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Coventry to Barry.

How do I get a train ticket from Coventry to Barry?

Book your Coventry to Barry train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Barry?

There are 1378+ hotels available in Barry.

Coventry to Barry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Coventry to Barry by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 41m
£34–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 to The Priory96
5h 50m
£19–55
Drive 123.1 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Barry123.1 mi
2h 34m
£31–45
Bus via Newhall St
1. Take the bus from Belgrade Theatre to Dale HouseX1
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GDUk077 / ...
7h 28m

Coventry to Barry by train

102Weekly Trains

3h 41mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 134.5 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Coventry, England and Barry, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £26–90 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to The Priory via Birmingham Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 in around 5h 50m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.