What is the cheapest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island?

The cheapest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island?

The fastest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon Beacons and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon Beacons station to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Barry Kwik Fit via Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Brecon Beacons and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Rhymney and arriving at Barry Island via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island?

The distance between Brecon Beacons and Barry Island is 47 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

How do I travel from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island without a car?

The best way to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £80 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon Beacons to Barry Island bus from?

Brecon Beacons to Barry Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 8.

Where do I catch the Brecon Beacons to Barry Island train from?

Brecon Beacons to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhymney station.

Train or bus from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £80 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 304 bus, which costs £60 - £80 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Brecon Beacons to Barry Island bus arrive?

Brecon Beacons to Barry Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Brecon Beacons to Barry Island train arrive?

Brecon Beacons to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Barry Island station.

Can I drive from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon Beacons to Barry Island is 40 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island.

Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1595+ hotels available in Barry Island.

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There are 4 ways to get from Brecon Beacons to Barry Island by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rhymney to Barry Islandtrain Rhymney - Barry Island
1h 52m
£81–101
Drive 40.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon Beacons to Barry Islandcar 40.2 mi
59 min
£10–15
Bus, line 304 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Barry Kwik Fitbus 304
2h 48m
£63–76
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brecon Beacons to Barry Islandtaxi 40.2 mi
59 min
£170–210

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Brecon Beacons, Wales and Barry Island, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhymney to Barry Island hourly. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Brecon Beacons to Barry Kwik Fit via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Greyfriars Road GJ, Kingsway GR, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 2h 48m.

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