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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Barry is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Barry is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Holyhead and Barry?

No, there is no direct bus from Holyhead to Barry. However, there are services departing from Holyhead Port and arriving at The Priory via Alban Square 1 and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Barry?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Barry. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Barry via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Barry?

The distance between Holyhead and Barry is 241 miles. The road distance is 193.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Barry without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Holyhead to Barry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Barry bus from?

Holyhead to Barry bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Holyhead Port station.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Barry train from?

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

Train or bus from Holyhead to Barry?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Barry is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 2m.

Where does the Holyhead to Barry bus arrive?

Holyhead to Barry bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Alban Square 3 station.

Where does the Holyhead to Barry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Holyhead to Barry?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Barry is 193 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Holyhead to Barry.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Barry.

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There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Barry by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
5h 28m
£80–128
Drive 192 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Barrycar 192 mi
4h 32m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Holyhead Port to Alban Square 3bus 1
2. Take the bus from Alban Square 1 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
10h 2m

Holyhead to Barry by train

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Distance: 239.9 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Holyhead Port to The Priory via Alban Square 1, Tresillian Way, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 10h 2m.

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