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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Barry Island is to bus and line 303 bus and line 304 bus which costs £9 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Barry Island is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Barry Kwik Fit via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 and Llantwit Major Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Barry Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swansea and arriving at Barry. Services depart three times a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Swansea to Barry Island?

The distance between Swansea and Barry Island is 44 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £15 - £24.

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

The train from Swansea to Barry takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs three times a week.

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

Swansea to Barry Island bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Sainsbury's Quay Parade station.

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

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Swansea to Barry Island is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £15 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 303 bus and line 304 bus, which costs £9 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Swansea to Barry Island bus arrive?

Swansea to Barry Island bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Swansea to Barry Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Barry Island is 40 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Swansea to Barry Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1562+ hotels available in Barry Island.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Barrytrain Swansea - Cardiff Central
1h 15m
£15–24
Bus, line 303 bus, line 304 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade 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 34m
£9
Drive 39.8 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Barry Islandcar 39.8 mi
55 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Barry Islandtaxi 39.8 mi
55 min
£170–210
Train via Cardiff Central
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry Islandtrain Bargoed - Barry Island / ...
1h 56m
£18–39

Swansea to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Barry 3 times a week. Tickets cost £15–24 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Barry Kwik Fit via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 and Llantwit Major Interchange in around 3h 34m.

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