What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Barry Island?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Barry Island is to bus and line 96 bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Barry Island?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Barry Island is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Park Avenue via Cardiff Bridge KR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Barry Island via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Bristol to Barry Island?

The distance between Bristol and Barry Island is 47 miles. The road distance is 51.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £15 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Barry Island?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Bristol to Barry Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Barry Island bus from?

Bristol to Barry Island bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Barry Island train from?

Bristol to Barry Island train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Bristol to Barry Island is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 96 bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Bristol to Barry Island bus arrive?

Bristol to Barry Island bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Bristol to Barry Island train arrive?

Bristol to Barry Island train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Barry Island is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Bristol to Barry Island.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Barry Island?

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1617+ hotels available in Barry Island.

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There are 3 ways to get from Bristol to Barry Island by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry Islandtrain Bargoed - Barry Island / ...
1h 37m
£16–33
Bus, line 96 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bridge KR to Park Avenuebus 96
2h 59m
£7–10
Drive 50.8 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Barry Islandcar 50.8 mi
1h 13m
£13–19

Bristol to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 46.7 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Barry Island, Wales?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Barry Island via Cardiff Central in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Park Avenue via Cardiff North Road and Cardiff Bridge KR in around 2h 59m.

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