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Manchester to Barry train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Barry, starting from TWD 756 and averaging TWD 756. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 49m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
19:30 4h 20m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	23:50 Barry Docks		Find Tickets
20:30 9h 6m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	05:36 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Manchester to Barry train route details

First train

05:11

Last train

20:30

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Barry

Journey time

3h 49m

Distance

243 km

Price

TWD 756*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Barry

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Barry 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 Manchester to Barry 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 Manchester to Barry, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Barry ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Manchester to Barry more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Barry train ticket types

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

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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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