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

The cheapest way to get from Barry Island to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry Island to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barry Island and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry Island station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Station Approach Road and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 4 and Hollybush Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Barry Island and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Barry Island to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Barry Island and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Barry Island to Pontypridd?

The distance between Barry Island and Pontypridd is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry Island to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £7 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Barry Island to Pontypridd, including transfers.

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

Barry Island to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Station Approach Road.

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

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

Train or bus from Barry Island to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Barry Island to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £7 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 95 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Barry Island to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Barry Island to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 station.

Where does the Barry Island to Pontypridd train arrive?

Barry Island to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Barry Island to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry Island to Pontypridd is 18 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Barry Island to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Barry Island to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, line 95 bus, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barry Island to Cardiff CentralBarry Island - Bargoed / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 9m
£8–11
Line 95 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Adar y Mor to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 896 / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 53m
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barry Island to Pontypridd18.1 mi
34 min
£40–50
Drive 18.1 mi
1. Drive from Barry Island to Pontypridd18.1 mi
34 min
£5–7
Line 95 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Approach Road to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 895 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hollybush Inn to Catherine Street E1132
2h 35m
£7–10

Barry Island to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 21.3 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

You can take a train from Barry Island to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Approach Road to Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 4 and Hollybush Inn in around 2h 35m.

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