Barry railway station is a principal rail link on the Vale of Glamorgan line, connecting services to Cardiff Central, Bridgend, Aberdare, and Rhoose Cardiff International Airport. From Barry station, you can travel directly to the capital city as well as popular coastal and valley destinations.
The station has a ticket office, ticket machines, an on-site café, a waiting room, toilets, and passenger parking. Plan your journey before you travel, or buy your tickets in advance to get the best fares.
Station facilities
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Parking
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Step-free access
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Ticket machine
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Ticket office
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Toilets
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General service information
- Staffing Level
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Part time
- Closed Circuit Television
- Yes
- Information Available From Staff
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Yes - from ticket office
- Information Services Open
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Information available during ticket office opening times.
- CIS
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- Departure Screens
- Arrival Screens
- Announcements
- Customer Help Points
- Yes
Ticket buying and collection
- Ticket Office
- Yes
- Prepurchase Collection
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Ticket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes - Ticket Machine
- Yes
- Oystercard Issued
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No
- Use Oystercard
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No
- Always Show Oyster Card Fields
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No
- Smartcard Issued
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No
- Smartcard Validator
- Yes
- Smartcard Comments
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Load a pre-purchased season ticket onto a smartcard using the smartcard validator or the ticket vending machine.
- Penalty Fares
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Train Operator: AW
Url: https://tfwrail.wales/policies-and-reports/revenue-protection-policy
All station facilities
- Seated Area
- Yes
- Waiting Room
- Yes
- Station Buffet
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Coaltrains Coffee Shop and Gallery, offering teas, coffees and light refreshment along with a gallery and place to work is situated on Platform 1 More information on them can be found here Coaltrain's Coffee Shop Gallery BARRY train station | Facebook
Mon-Fri 06:30 to 13:00
Saturday 08:00 to 13:30 - Toilets
- Yes
- Baby Change
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No
- Telephones
- Yes
- Wi Fi
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No
Accessibility and mobility access
- Helpline
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03333 211202
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/Mon-Sun 08:00 to 20:00 - Staff Help Available
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Yes
If requiring passenger assist please see the conductor on the train. For other queries please see station staff during ticket office hours.
- Induction Loop
- Yes
- Accessible Ticket Machines
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Yes
The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter
- Yes
- Ramp For Train Access
- Yes
- Accessible Taxis
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No
- Accessible Public Telephones
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For the nearest public phone, turn right out of station on to Broad Street. Phone is apx 200yds away opposite Barclays Bank.
- National Key Toilets
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No
- Step Free Access
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Category A.
All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
Coverage: whole Station - Ticket Gates
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No
- Impaired Mobility Set Down
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No
- Wheelchairs Available
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No
- Assisted Travel
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We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.
Transport links
- Cycle Storage
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Spaces: 10
Sheltered: Yes
Cctv: Yes
Location:5 Sheffield stands are located on the Cardiff bound platform, under the platform canopy to the left of the lifts and footbridge.
Type: Stands - Rail Replacement Services
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The rail replacement bus stop is at the station front.
- Taxi Rank
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Taxi rank at the front of the station
- Onward Travel
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Bus stops are approximately 100yds to the right of station entrance.
Buy a Barry PlusBus ticket with your train ticket for discount-priced unlimited bus travel around the town. For details visit www.PlusBus.info
- Cycle Hire
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Cycle hire is provided by Brompton Bike Brompton Bike are located to the left of the station forecourt as you exit from the station. Home - Brompton Bike Hire (bromptonhire.com)
Parking information
- Car Park
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Operator Name: A P C O A
Name: Station Car Park
Spaces: 124
Free: Yes
Number Accessible Spaces: 2
Accessible Car Park Equipment: Yes
Cctv: Yes
Open:
Mon-Sun
Website: https://www.apcoa.co.uk/find-parking/locations/barry/barry-station-barry
Passenger services
- Customer Service
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Contact our Customer Relations team directly via the Transport for Wales Website.
- Left Luggage
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No
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - Lost Property
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Yes
Operator Name: Transport for Waleshttps://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
How to get to Barry station
Barry railway station is located at Broad Street, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 8AF.
Local bus stops are positioned near the station entrance, providing regular connections across the town. A taxi rank is situated directly outside the station front, and rail replacement buses pick up and set down close to the main entrance.
Parking at Barry station
There is a free passenger car park available at Barry station for rail users, open seven days a week. The facility offers 110 spaces to accommodate commuters and visitors, though spaces can fill up quickly during peak hours and busy holiday weekends.
Cycling at Barry station
There are 10 secure cycle spaces at Barry station, provided by cycle stands located conveniently near the station entrance. The cycle storage areas are positioned to allow for quick transitions between your bike and the platforms.
History of Barry station
Passenger services originally began running to nearby Barry Docks in late 1888, with the rail line successfully extending to the main Barry station on 8 February 1889. The station quickly grew in significance as Barry developed into a global coal-exporting powerhouse.
The line was further extended to Barry Island in 1896 to cater to coastal holidaymakers, and the station also served as the terminus for the historic Vale of Glamorgan Railway from 1897. While the Vale line closed to passengers in 1964, public demand led to its reopening in June 2005. Modern upgrades, including a new footbridge with lifts, have since been introduced to future-proof the station.
Barry station FAQs
Does Barry station have a ticket office?
Yes, the ticket office at Barry station is located on Platform 1. It is open Monday to Friday from 06:50 to 13:20, and Saturday from 07:45 to 14:15. Outside of these hours, a self-service ticket machine is available on-site. You can also buy tickets in advance online.
Is there parking at Barry station?
Yes, there is a passenger car park at Barry station featuring 110 spaces. The parking is free of charge for rail passengers and is open seven days a week.
Is there bike storage at Barry station?
Yes, there are 10 secure cycle spaces provided via stands situated near the main entrance of Barry station.
Is Barry station step-free?
Yes, Barry station has step-free access to all platforms. Step-free access is available on Platform 1, and a modern footbridge equipped with lifts connects to the remaining platforms. Boarding ramps and a station help point are available to assist passengers.
Does Barry station have toilets?
Yes, public toilet facilities are available at Barry station for passenger use.
Is there Wi-Fi at Barry station?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available at Barry station to help you stay connected.
How many platforms does Barry station have?
Barry station has three platforms.
Are there cafes at Barry station?
Yes, there is an on-site café at Barry station serving hot drinks and light refreshments, and an indoor waiting room is accessible during staffed hours.
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