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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Barry Island is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Barry Island is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Plymouth Road via Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Pontypool & New Inn and arriving at Barry Island via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Barry Island?

The distance between Pontypool and Barry Island is 31 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Barry Island without a car is to bus and train via Cwmbran which takes 1h 58m and costs £12 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Pontypool to Barry Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Barry Island bus from?

Pontypool to Barry Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Town Hall 2 station.

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

Pontypool to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypool & New Inn station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Barry Island is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £13 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 95 bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Pontypool to Barry Island bus arrive?

Pontypool to Barry Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GH station.

Where does the Pontypool to Barry Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Barry Island is 31 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Pontypool to Barry Island.

Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1548+ hotels available in Barry Island.

Pontypool to Barry Island - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Pontypool to Barry Island by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train via Cwmbran
best
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Trussel Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the train from Cwmbran to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry Islandtrain
1h 58m
£13–22
Drive 30.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Barry Islandcar 30.9 mi
48 min
£8–11
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Barry Islandtrain Bargoed - Barry Island / ...
2h 14m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Barry Islandtaxi 30.9 mi
48 min
£65–80
Train
1. Take the train from Pontypool & New Inn to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry Islandtrain Bargoed - Barry Island / ...
2h 2m
£13–24
Bus, line 95 bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 to Plymouth Roadbus 96 / ...
2h 41m
£9–11

Pontypool to Barry Island by bus and train

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Distance: 31.3 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Barry Island, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Barry Island via Pontypool and New Inn station, Pontypool & New Inn, and Cardiff Central in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Plymouth Road via Greyfriars Road GH, Kingsway GR, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 in around 2h 41m.

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