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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Barry Island is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Barry Island is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Plymouth Road via Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Barry Island?

The distance between Pontypool and Barry Island is 31 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Barry Island without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 58m and costs £12 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Pontypool to Barry Island, including transfers.

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

Pontypool to Barry Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Town Hall 2 station.

Where does the Pontypool to Barry Island bus arrive?

Pontypool to Barry Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GH station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Barry Island is 31 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Pontypool to Barry Island.

Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1516+ hotels available in Barry Island.

Pontypool to Barry Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 95 bus

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Trussel Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the train from Cwmbran to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry Islandtrain
1h 58m
£12–22
Drive 30.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Barry Islandcar 30.8 mi
49 min
£8–11
Bus, line 95 bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 to Plymouth Roadbus 96 / ...
2h 55m
£9–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Barry Islandtaxi 30.8 mi
49 min
£65–80

Pontypool to Barry Island by bus and train

185Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pontypool to Barry Island.

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Distance: 31.1 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Plymouth Road via Greyfriars Road GH, Kingsway GR, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 in around 2h 55m.

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