What is the cheapest way to get from Barry to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Birmingham is to line 304 bus and bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barry to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Barry to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from The Priory and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road via Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Barry to Birmingham?

The distance between Barry and Birmingham is 116 miles. The road distance is 116.6 miles.

How do I travel from Barry to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Barry to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £55 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Barry to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Barry to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Birmingham bus from?

Barry to Birmingham bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from The Priory station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Birmingham train from?

Barry to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Barry to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Barry to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Barry to Birmingham bus arrive?

Barry to Birmingham bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Where does the Barry to Birmingham train arrive?

Barry to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Barry to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Birmingham is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Barry to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Barry to Birmingham?

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Barry to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 304 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barry to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 16m
£58–86
Line 304 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Priory to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
5h 6m
£13–21
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Birminghamcar 115.9 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Priory to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
4h 47m
£42–88

Barry to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 115.8 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Priory to Birmingham - Jennens Road via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 and Cardiff North Road in around 5h 6m.

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