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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Plymouth Road via Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Barry Island via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Barry Island is 33 miles. The road distance is 30.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £12 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £12 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus and line 95 bus, which costs £9 - £12 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island is 31 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 95 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island 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 Barry Islandtrain Bargoed - Barry Island / ...
1h 48m
£13–22
Drive 30.5 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Islandcar 30.5 mi
49 min
£8–11
Train, line 95 bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 to Plymouth Roadbus 96 / ...
2h 25m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Islandtaxi 30.5 mi
49 min
£65–80
Bus, line 95 bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 to Plymouth Roadbus 96 / ...
2h 31m
£9–12

Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 32.6 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island via Cardiff Central in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Plymouth Road via Greyfriars Road GJ, Kingsway GR, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 in around 2h 31m.

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