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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Barry Island is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Barry Island is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Park Avenue via Cardiff Bridge KR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Barry Island via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Barry Island?

The distance between Pontypridd and Barry Island is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Barry Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £7 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Pontypridd to Barry Island, including transfers.

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

Pontypridd to Barry Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8.

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

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Barry Island is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Barry Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontypridd to Barry Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Barry Island is 18 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Pontypridd to Barry Island.

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

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Where can I stay near Barry Island?

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Pontypridd to Barry Island - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 132 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff CentralTreherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry IslandBargoed - Barry Island / ...
1h 18m
£8–13
Drive 18 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Barry Island18 mi
33 min
£5–7
Line 132 bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GF132 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bridge KR to Park Avenue96
2h 29m
£8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Barry Island18 mi
33 min
£40–50

Pontypridd to Barry Island by train

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Distance: 21.2 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Barry Island via Cardiff Central in around 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Park Avenue via Greyfriars Road GF and Cardiff Bridge KR in around 2h 29m.

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