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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Swansea is to bus which costs £6 - £11 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Swansea is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from The Priory and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Swansea via Bridgend. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Barry to Swansea?

The distance between Barry and Swansea is 44 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £14 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Barry to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barry to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Barry to Swansea?

The best way to get from Barry to Swansea is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £14 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Barry to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barry to Swansea train arrive?

Barry to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bridgend station.

Can I drive from Barry to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Swansea is 39 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Barry to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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Barry to Swansea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 304 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barry to Bridgendtrain Cogan - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
1h 29m
£14–29
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 Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910 / ...
3h 4m
£7–11
Drive 38.4 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Swanseacar 38.4 mi
53 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barry to Swanseataxi 38.4 mi
53 min
£170–210
Line 304 bus, line 303 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Barry Hotel to Llantwit Major Interchangebus 304
2. Take the bus from Llantwit Major Interchange to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11bus 303
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus X1
3h 59m
£9

Barry to Swansea by train

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Barry to Swansea via Bridgend in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Priory to Swansea City Bus Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 and Cardiff North Road in around 3h 4m.

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