Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Dartford to Barry Island

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

CrossCountry
Great Western Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Dartford to Barry Island

Trains to Barry Island from Dartford

First train

04:46

Last train

22:50

Departure stationDartford
Arrival stationBarry Island
Journey time

From 3h 44m

Distance

151 miles (242 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Dartford to Barry Island?

Check out the next trains departing from Dartford to Barry Island for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:0913:013h 52m, 3 changes
09:4613:313h 45m, 3 changes
10:4614:313h 45m, 3 changes
11:4615:313h 45m, 3 changes
12:4616:313h 45m, 3 changes
13:4617:313h 45m, 3 changes
14:4618:313h 45m, 3 changes
15:1619:013h 45m, 3 changes
15:3919:454h 6m, 3 changes
16:4620:313h 45m, 3 changes

Travelling from Dartford to Barry Island by train

If you're planning to travel from Dartford to Barry Island, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Dartford to Barry Island takes around 5 hours 32 minutes. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Dartford to Barry Island.

You'll have to make 3 changes on your journey to Barry Island, as there are no direct trains.

Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Southeastern and Thameslink.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Dartford to Barry Island?

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

How fast can trains travel from Dartford to Barry Island?

The fastest time a train can travel the 151 miles (242 km) from Dartford to Barry Island is 3 hours and 44 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Dartford to Barry Island?

There are no direct trains that run between Dartford and Barry Island. You’ll need to make at least 3 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Dartford to Barry Island?

The train ride from Dartford to Barry Island covers a distance of around 151 miles (242 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 3 hours and 44 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Barry Island from Dartford?

With the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 44 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Dartford and Barry Island is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Dartford to Barry Island?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Dartford to Barry Island is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link