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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Risca is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Risca is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Risca?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Risca. However, there are services departing from Park Hotel and arriving at Spar via Queensway Q5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Risca?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Risca. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Risca & Pontymister via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Barry to Risca?

The distance between Barry and Risca is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Risca without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £9 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Barry to Risca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Risca bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barry to Risca train from?

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

Train or bus from Barry to Risca?

The best way to get from Barry to Risca is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £9 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 96 bus and line 151 bus, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Barry to Risca bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barry to Risca train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barry to Risca?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Risca is 23 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Barry to Risca.

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

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Barry to Risca - 5 ways to travel via train, line 96 bus, line 151 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Risca & Pontymistertrain Cardiff Central - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
1h 33m
£9–15
Drive 23.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barry to Riscacar 23.3 mi
38 min
£6–9
Line 96 bus, line 151 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Hotel to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8bus 96
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Sparbus 151 / ...
1h 46m
£9–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barry to Riscataxi 23.3 mi
38 min
£85–110
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Priory to Customhouse Street JWbus 304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Risca & Pontymistertrain Cardiff Central - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2h 8m
£9–13

Barry to Risca by train

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Barry to Risca & Pontymister via Cardiff Central in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Hotel to Spar via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8, Cardiff Central, Newport (S Wales), and Queensway Q5 in around 1h 46m.

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