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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Barry Island is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Barry Island is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Plymouth Road via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Barry Island via Stratford, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Barry Island?

The distance between Chelmsford and Barry Island is 188 miles. The road distance is 196.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Chelmsford to Barry Island, including transfers.

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

Chelmsford to Barry Island bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Chelmsford to Barry Island train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train, bus or fly from Chelmsford to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Barry Island is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 41m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £230 and takes 6h.

Where does the Chelmsford to Barry Island bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Barry Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Barry Island train arrive?

Chelmsford to Barry Island train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Barry Island is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Chelmsford to Barry Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Barry Island.

Chelmsford to Barry Island - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chelmsford to Barry Island by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 2m
£81–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
7h 41m
£32–55
Drive 195.3 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Barry Islandcar 195.3 mi
3h 55m
£49–71
Fly London Stansted Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
6h
£55–226
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
7h 42m
£50–91
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
5h 32m
£287–1,125
Fly London Stansted Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 17m
£75–190
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 14m
£272–389

Chelmsford to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 187.2 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Barry Island via Stratford, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Road via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 in around 7h 41m.

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