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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Barry Island is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Barry Island is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £55 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Barry Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Barry. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Manchester to Barry Island?

The distance between Manchester and Barry Island is 178 miles. The road distance is 181.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £55 - £95.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barry takes 3h 43m including transfers and departs once a week.

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

Manchester to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or fly from Manchester to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Manchester to Barry Island is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £45 - £230 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Manchester to Barry Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Barry Island is 181 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Manchester to Barry Island.

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

Book your Manchester to Barry Island train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1766+ hotels available in Barry Island.

Manchester to Barry Island - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Barry Island by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barrytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Swansea
3h 43m
£55–95
Drive 180.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Barry Islandcar 180.1 mi
4h 11m
£45–65
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
5h 13m
£46–229
Train via Cardiff Central
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 58m
£60–95
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 38m
£70–173

Manchester to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 176.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barry once a week. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, KLM, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 3 times a day.

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