What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Barry Island?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Barry Island is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Barry Island?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Barry Island is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between ExCeL London and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from ExCeL London to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Munday Road / Royal Victoria DLR and arriving at Plymouth Road via Whitehall / Trafalgar Square, London Victoria and Ninian Park PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between ExCeL London and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Custom House and arriving at Barry Island via London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Barry Island?

The distance between ExCeL London and Barry Island is 164 miles. The road distance is 165.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Barry Island?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from ExCeL London to Barry Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Barry Island bus from?

ExCeL London to Barry Island bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Barry Island train from?

ExCeL London to Barry Island train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from ExCeL London to Barry Island?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Barry Island is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £300 - £650 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the ExCeL London to Barry Island bus arrive?

ExCeL London to Barry Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the ExCeL London to Barry Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from ExCeL London to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between ExCeL London to Barry Island is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from ExCeL London to Barry Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Barry Island.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 45m
£75–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Sophia Gardensbus 509 / ...
7h 3m
£33–83
Drive 164.8 mi
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Barry Islandcar 164.8 mi
3h 27m
£41–58
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 1m
£305–606
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
7h 5m
£36–65
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LHR - CWL
6h 37m
£160–457
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 31m
£212–487
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LHR - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 41m
£77–268

ExCeL London to Barry Island by foot and train

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Distance: 163.3 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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