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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Essex is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Essex is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Essex. However, there are services departing from The Priory and arriving at Polecat Road via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Essex. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at White Notley via Cardiff Central, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Barry to Essex?

The distance between Barry and Essex is 200 miles. The road distance is 206.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Essex without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Barry to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Essex bus from?

Barry to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Essex train from?

Barry to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Barry to Essex?

The best way to get from Barry to Essex is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £230 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Barry to Essex bus arrive?

Barry to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Barry to Essex train arrive?

Barry to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Barry to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Essex is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Barry to Essex.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h 52m
£87–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 48m
£37–68
Drive 204.9 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Essexcar 204.9 mi
4h 8m
£51–74
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
6h 10m
£57–229
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk940
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
8h 52m
£55–97
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
6h 33m
£293–1,134
Fly Cardiff Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane CWL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain
7h 47m
£99–185
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
7h 53m
£81–192

Barry to Essex by train

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Distance: 198.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Barry to White Notley via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Priory to Polecat Road via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 7h 48m.

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