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Barry to Cathays train prices and times

Planning a journey from Barry to Cathays? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$6.28, with average prices for this route around US$6.28. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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05:33
39m, 1 changes
Barry Docks
06:12
Cathays
Transport for Wales
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05:57
35m, 1 changes
Barry Docks
06:32
Cathays
Transport for Wales
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06:27
35m, 1 changes
Barry Docks
07:02
Cathays
Transport for Wales
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06:57
35m, 1 changes
Barry Docks
07:32
Cathays
Transport for Wales
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07:27
35m, 1 changes
Barry Docks
08:02
Cathays
Transport for Wales
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07:46
46m, 1 changes
Barry Docks
08:32
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Transport for Wales
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Barry to Cathays train route details

First train
First train
05:33
Last train
Last train
22:57
Departure city
Departure city
Barry
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cathays
Journey time
Journey time
35m
Distance
Distance
9 miles
Price
Price
US$6.28*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Barry to Cathays

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Barry to Cathays can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Barry to Cathays 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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Barry to Cathays, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Barry to Cathays more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Barry to Cathays train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.