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 96 bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 49m.

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 station to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Park Avenue via Cardiff Bridge KR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Barry Island via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Swansea to Barry Island?

The distance between Swansea and Barry Island is 55 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 40m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Swansea to Barry Island, including transfers.

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

Swansea to Barry Island bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus 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 40m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 96 bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Swansea to Barry Island bus arrive?

Swansea to Barry Island bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Swansea to Barry Island train arrive?

Swansea to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central 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 1612+ 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 Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry Islandtrain Bargoed - Barry Island / ...
1h 40m
£18–39
Bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bridge KR to Park Avenuebus 96
2h 49m
£7–10
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1bus X1
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Barrytrain Bridgend - Cogan / ...
2h 34m
£9–14
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

Swansea to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 54.2 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Barry Island via Cardiff Central in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Park Avenue via Cardiff North Road and Cardiff Bridge KR in around 2h 49m.

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