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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Park Hotel and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 4 and Hollybush Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Barry to Pontypridd?

The distance between Barry and Pontypridd is 21 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £7 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Barry to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Pontypridd bus from?

Barry to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Park Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Barry to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Barry to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 96 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Barry to Pontypridd bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barry to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barry to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Pontypridd is 17 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Barry to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Barry to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, line 304 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff CentralBridgend - Rhymney / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 5m
£8–13
Drive 17.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barry to Pontypridd17.2 mi
32 min
£5–7
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Priory to Customhouse Street JW304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 39m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barry to Pontypridd17.2 mi
32 min
£35–45
Line 96 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Hotel to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 896
2. Take the bus from Hollybush Inn to Catherine Street E1132
2h 20m
£7–10

Barry to Pontypridd by train

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a train from Barry to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Hotel to Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 4 and Hollybush Inn in around 2h 20m.

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