What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Barry Island?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Barry Island is to bus and line 95 bus which costs £6 - £12 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Barry Island?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Barry Island is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 and arriving at Plymouth Road via Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Barry Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Barry. Services depart once daily, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Barry Island?

The distance between Port Talbot and Barry Island is 31 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Barry Island?

The train from Port Talbot Parkway to Barry takes 49 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Barry Island bus from?

Port Talbot to Barry Island bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Barry Island train from?

Port Talbot to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Barry Island is to train which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 95 bus, which costs £6 - £12 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Barry Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Port Talbot to Barry Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Barry Island is 31 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Port Talbot to Barry Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

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Port Talbot to Barry Island - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 95 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Barrytrain Swansea - Cardiff Central
49 min
£10–17
Bus, line 95 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 to Plymouth Roadbus 96 / ...
2h 24m
£7–12
Drive 30.8 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Barry Islandcar 30.8 mi
43 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Talbot to Barry Islandtaxi 30.8 mi
43 min
£130–170
Train via Cardiff Central
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry Islandtrain Bargoed - Barry Island / ...
1h 29m
£14–30
Bus, line 303 bus, line 304 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 7 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1bus X1
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 to Llantwit Major Interchangebus 303
3. Take the bus from Llantwit Major Interchange to Barry Kwik Fitbus 304
3h 6m
£9

Port Talbot to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 31 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Barry Island, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Barry once daily. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Plymouth Road via Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 in around 2h 24m.

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