What is the cheapest way to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay is to line 95 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay?

The fastest way to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £21 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Barry Island and Cardiff Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barry Kwik Fit and arriving at The Flourish. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Barry Island and Cardiff Bay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barry Island and arriving at Grangetown (Cardiff). Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Barry Island and Cardiff Bay is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.5 miles.

How do I travel from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £3 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay?

The train from Barry Island to Grangetown (Cardiff) takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Barry Island to Cardiff Bay bus from?

Barry Island to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Barry Kwik Fit station.

Where do I catch the Barry Island to Cardiff Bay train from?

Barry Island to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Barry Island station.

Train or bus from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 25 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus, which costs £3 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Barry Island to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Barry Island to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Flourish station.

Where does the Barry Island to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

Barry Island to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Grangetown (Cardiff) station.

Can I drive from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry Island to Cardiff Bay is 8 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay?

Book your Barry Island to Cardiff Bay train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay.

Barry Island to Cardiff Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, line 304 bus

How to get fromBarry Island to Cardiff Bay

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barry Island to Grangetown (Cardiff)train Barry Island - Bargoed / ...
25 min
£3–6
Line 95 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Adar y Mor to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8bus 96 / ...
1h 35m
£2
Line 304 bus
1. Take the bus from Barry Kwik Fit to The Flourishbus 304
53 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barry Island to Cardiff Baytaxi 8.4 mi
19 min
£21–25
Drive 8.4 mi
1. Drive from Barry Island to Cardiff Baycar 8.4 mi
19 min
£3

Barry Island to Cardiff Bay by train

300Weekly Trains

25 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barry Island to Cardiff Bay.

Launch map view

Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Barry Island, Wales and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Barry Island to Grangetown (Cardiff) every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from Barry Kwik Fit to The Flourish hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 53 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.