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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Swansea is to line 304 bus and line 303 bus and bus which costs £9 and takes 3h 50m.

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 Park Hotel and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barry and arriving at Swansea. Services depart once daily, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

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 14m and costs £15 - £24.

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

The train from Barry to Swansea takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Barry to Swansea bus from?

Barry to Swansea bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Park Hotel 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 14m and costs £15 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 96 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £14 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Barry to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barry to Swansea train arrive?

Barry to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea 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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Barry to Swansea - 6 ways to travel via train, line 96 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 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 Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Swansea / ...
1h 14m
£15–24
Line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Hotel to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8bus 96
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
2h 41m
£8–14
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
Train via Bridgend
1. Take the train from Barry to Bridgendtrain Cogan - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
1h 28m
£14–30
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 50m
£9

Barry to Swansea by train

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Barry to Swansea once daily. Tickets cost £15–24 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Hotel to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, and Sophia Gardens in around 2h 41m.

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