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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil station. However, there are services departing from The Priory and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Barry and Merthyr Tydfil is 32 miles. The road distance is 31.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £12 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £12 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £13 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Barry to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barry to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Merthyr Tydfil is 31 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil.

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

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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Barry to Merthyr Tydfil - 5 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 52m
£12–21
Drive 31.2 mi
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1. Drive from Barry to Merthyr Tydfilcar 31.2 mi
40 min
£8–12
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Barry to Bargoedtrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
2. Take the bus from Bargoed Interchange Stand 1 to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus 53 / ...
2h 40m
£16–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barry to Merthyr Tydfiltaxi 31.2 mi
40 min
£130–170
Line 304 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Priory to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
2h 53m
£10–13

Barry to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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Distance: 31.9 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a train from Barry to Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Priory to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 2h 53m.

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