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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Barry Island is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 48m.

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 £70 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Plymouth Road via Ninian Park PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

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 £70 - £120.

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 bus from?

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

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, bus 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 £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £150 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Manchester to Barry Island bus arrive?

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

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?

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1709+ hotels available in Barry Island.

Manchester to Barry Island - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Barry Island by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barrytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Swansea
3h 43m
£70–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
5h 48m
£37–84
Drive 180.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Barry Islandcar 180.1 mi
4h 11m
£44–64
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
5h 29m
£47–150
Train via Cardiff Central
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 58m
£72–121
Train, line 95 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 to Plymouth Roadbus 96 / ...
5h 39m
£87–149

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 £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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