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Barry to Mountain Ash by train

First train

05:15

Last train

22:15

Departure station

Barry

Arrival station

Mountain Ash

Journey time

From 1h 13m

Distance

20 miles (32 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Barry to Mountain Ash in 1 hour 13 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Barry to Mountain Ash? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 18 minutes to travel the 20 miles (32 km) from Barry to Mountain Ash by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Mountain Ash.

Book train tickets from Barry to Mountain Ash in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Mountain Ash by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Barry to Mountain Ash? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Barry to Mountain Ash take?

The average journey time by train between Barry and Mountain Ash is 1 hour and 18 minutes, with around 3 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Barry and Mountain Ash by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Barry to Mountain Ash is 1 hour and 13 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Barry to Mountain Ash?

Yes, it is possible to travel from Barry to Mountain Ash without having to change trains. There are 3 direct trains from Barry to Mountain Ash each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.

What time does the first train from Barry to Mountain Ash leave?

The first train from Barry to Mountain Ash leaves at 05:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Barry to Mountain Ash leave?

The last train from Barry to Mountain Ash leaves at 22:15. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Barry and Mountain Ash by train?

Trains travelling from Barry to Mountain Ash cover a distance of around 20 miles (32 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Barry to Mountain Ash

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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