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

The cheapest way to get from Grangetown to Barry Island is to bus which costs £2 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Grangetown to Barry Island is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Grangetown and Barry Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Marl and arriving at Barry Kwik Fit. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Grangetown and Barry Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grangetown (Cardiff) and arriving at Barry Island. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Grangetown to Barry Island?

The distance between Grangetown and Barry Island is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grangetown to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The train from Grangetown (Cardiff) to Barry Island takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Grangetown to Barry Island bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from The Marl station.

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

Grangetown to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Grangetown (Cardiff) station.

Train or bus from Grangetown to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Grangetown to Barry Island is to train which takes 26 min and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Grangetown to Barry Island bus arrive?

Grangetown to Barry Island bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Barry Kwik Fit station.

Where does the Grangetown to Barry Island train arrive?

Grangetown to Barry Island train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Barry Island station.

Can I drive from Grangetown to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Grangetown to Barry Island is 9 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Grangetown to Barry Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Barry Island.

Grangetown to Barry Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Grangetown to Barry Island by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grangetown (Cardiff) to Barry IslandBargoed - Barry Island / ...
26 min
£3–5
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Marl to Barry Kwik Fit304
44 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grangetown to Barry Island8.7 mi
21 min
£21–26
Drive 8.7 mi
1. Drive from Grangetown to Barry Island8.7 mi
21 min
£3–4

Grangetown to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Grangetown (Cardiff) to Barry Island every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from The Marl to Barry Kwik Fit hourly, and the journey takes 44 min. Cardiff Bus also services this route every 20 minutes.

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