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Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil train prices and times

Looking to travel from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.40, with average prices for this route around £5.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:19 Barry Island	08:30 Merthyr Tydfil	2h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:49 Barry Island	09:00 Merthyr Tydfil	2h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:35 Barry Island	09:30 Merthyr Tydfil	1h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:35 Barry Island	10:30 Merthyr Tydfil	1h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:35 Barry Island	11:30 Merthyr Tydfil	1h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:35 Barry Island	12:30 Paris	1h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil train route details

First train

06:19

Last train

22:49

Departure station

Barry Island

Arrival station

Merthyr Tydfil

Journey time

1h 55m

Distance

25 miles

Price

£5.40*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil train prices and times

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