What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to Barmouth?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Barmouth is to bus and train which costs £26 - £40 and takes 8h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to Barmouth?

The fastest way to get from Wales to Barmouth is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Barmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Barmouth. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Last Inn via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Barmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Barmouth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Barmouth via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Wales to Barmouth?

The distance between Wales and Barmouth is 192 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to Barmouth without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to Barmouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Wales to Barmouth?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Wales to Barmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Barmouth bus from?

Wales to Barmouth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Barmouth train from?

Wales to Barmouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Barmouth?

The best way to get from Wales to Barmouth is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Wales to Barmouth bus arrive?

Wales to Barmouth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Wales to Barmouth train arrive?

Wales to Barmouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Wales to Barmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Barmouth is 128 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Wales to Barmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to Barmouth?

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Where can I stay near Barmouth?

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There are 4 ways to get from Wales to Barmouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Barmouthtrain
6h 22m
£73–123
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Barmouthtrain
8h 36m
£26–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1bus T2
7h 8m
Drive 127.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Barmouthcar 127.5 mi
3h 4m
£32–46

Wales to Barmouth by train

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6h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Wales and Barmouth, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Barmouth via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Last Inn via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1 in around 7h 8m.

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