What is the cheapest way to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Barry Island and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry Island station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Station Approach Road and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 12 and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Barry Island and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Barry Island and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Barry Island and Merthyr Tydfil is 33 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

How do I travel from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £10 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Station Approach Road.

Where do I catch the Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Barry Island station.

Train or bus from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £10 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 95 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 station.

Where does the Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil is 33 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil.

How do I get a train ticket from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 95 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barry Island to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Barry Island - Bargoed / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 56m
£10–18
Line 95 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Station Approach Road to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8bus 95 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Tydfil Collegebus X4
3h 18m
£9–12
Drive 32.6 mi
1. Drive from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfilcar 32.6 mi
42 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 32.6 mi
42 min
£140–180

Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 32.6 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Barry Island, Wales and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Barry Island to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Queen Street in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Approach Road to Merthyr Tydfil College via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 12, Kingsway GB, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 3h 18m.

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