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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Barry Island is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Barry Island is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Plymouth Road via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Barry Island via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Barry Island?

The distance between Porthmadog and Barry Island is 246 miles. The road distance is 150.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Barry Island without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Porthmadog to Barry Island, including transfers.

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

Porthmadog to Barry Island bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from The Australia station.

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

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Barry Island is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Barry Island bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Barry Island bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Porthmadog to Barry Island train arrive?

Porthmadog to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Barry Island is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Porthmadog to Barry Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

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Porthmadog to Barry Island - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Barry Island by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Bangor stationbus Taith
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
6h 56m
Drive 149.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Barry Islandcar 149.4 mi
3h 39m
£38–54
Bus, train via Carmarthen
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Carmarthen stationbus Taith
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
7h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 22m
£73–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus Taith
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
8h 57m

Porthmadog to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 244.2 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Barry Island via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Plymouth Road via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Tresillian Way, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 in around 8h 57m.

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