What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Barry?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Barry. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Romilly Schools via Kingsway Hilton GP and Cardiff Bridge KR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Barry?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Barry via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Barry is 32 miles. The road distance is 29.7 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £12 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Barry bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Barry bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Barry train from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Barry train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £12 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 96 bus, which costs £11 - £14 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Barry bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Barry bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Barry train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Barry train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Barry is 30 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry.

How do I get a train ticket from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry?

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Where can I stay near Barry?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Barry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 96 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barrytrain Rhymney - Bridgend / ...
1h 38m
£13–22
Drive 29.5 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barrycar 29.5 mi
46 min
£8–11
Bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bridge KR to Romilly Schoolsbus 96
2h 10m
£11–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Barrytaxi 29.5 mi
46 min
£60–75
Train, line 304 bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Park Hotelbus 304
2h 25m
£13–19

Merthyr Tydfil to Barry by train

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Distance: 31.9 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Barry, Wales?

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry via Cardiff Central in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Romilly Schools via Greyfriars Road GJ, Kingsway Hilton GP, Castle Street, and Cardiff Bridge KR in around 2h 10m.

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