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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Barry is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Barry is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Barry?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Barry. However, there are services departing from Porthcawl Library and arriving at The Priory via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Barry?

The distance between Porthcawl and Barry is 26 miles. The road distance is 23.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Barry without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 38m and costs £7 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Porthcawl to Barry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Barry bus from?

Porthcawl to Barry bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Porthcawl Library station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Barry bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Barry bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Barry?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Barry is 24 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Porthcawl to Barry.

Where can I stay near Barry?

There are 1400+ hotels available in Barry.

Porthcawl to Barry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Porthcawl to Barry 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 Northways to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9X2
2. Take the train from Bridgend to BarryBridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 38m
£7–10
Drive 23.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Barry23.4 mi
34 min
£6–9
Bus, train via Porthcawl Library
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 663 / ...
2. Take the train from Bridgend to BarryBridgend - Rhymney / ...
2h 11m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthcawl to Barry23.4 mi
34 min
£50–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 to The Priory96
2h 46m

Porthcawl to Barry by bus and train

116Weekly Services

1h 38mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25.9 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Porthcawl Library to The Priory via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 8 in around 2h 46m.

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