- Must visit
St Fagans National Museum of History
Nearby rural museum with historic buildings, craft displays, and seasonal demonstrations that add wider context to Barry and the Vale.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Barry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Cardiff to Barry and enjoy the approximately 6 miles (10 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:09, the last at 23:35.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7
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Journey facts
- Distance6 miles (10 km)
- First bus5:09 AM
- Last bus11:35 PM
- High SeasonJul - Sep
- Low SeasonOct - Dec
- Busiest DayMon
- Least Busy DaySat
- Best time to book7 days
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7
Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff to Barry trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cardiff to Barry.
The earliest bus from Cardiff to Barry leaves at 5:09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Cardiff to Barry leaves at 11:35 PM.
Cardiff to Barry Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 05:03AM | Arrival Time 05:46AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 05:43AM | Arrival Time 06:26AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 06:43AM | Arrival Time 07:32AM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 07:09AM | Arrival Time 07:56AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 07:28AM | Arrival Time 08:11AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 07:44AM | Arrival Time 08:39AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 08:43AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 08:28AM | Arrival Time 09:13AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 08:49AM | Arrival Time 09:44AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 08:58AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 09:49AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 09:22AM | Arrival Time 10:06AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 09:28AM | Arrival Time 10:13AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 09:54AM | Arrival Time 10:46AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 09:58AM | Arrival Time 10:43AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 10:22AM | Arrival Time 11:06AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 10:28AM | Arrival Time 11:13AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 10:58AM | Arrival Time 11:43AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 11:09AM | Arrival Time 11:56AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 11:22AM | Arrival Time 12:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 11:28AM | Arrival Time 12:13PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 11:49AM | Arrival Time 12:41PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 11:58AM | Arrival Time 12:43PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 12:22PM | Arrival Time 01:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 12:28PM | Arrival Time 01:13PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 12:58PM | Arrival Time 01:43PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 12:59PM | Arrival Time 01:51PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 01:09PM | Arrival Time 01:56PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 01:22PM | Arrival Time 02:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 01:28PM | Arrival Time 02:13PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 01:58PM | Arrival Time 02:43PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 01:59PM | Arrival Time 02:51PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 02:22PM | Arrival Time 03:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 02:38PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 03:09PM | Arrival Time 03:59PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 03:22PM | Arrival Time 04:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 03:28PM | Arrival Time 04:18PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 03:58PM | Arrival Time 04:48PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 04:22PM | Arrival Time 05:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 05:09PM | Arrival Time 05:58PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 05:22PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 06:32PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 07:08PM | Arrival Time 07:52PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 07:32PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 08:32PM | Arrival Time 09:06PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 09:08PM | Arrival Time 09:49PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 09:32PM | Arrival Time 10:06PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 10:58PM | Arrival Time 11:39PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Complete guide to Barry
Things to do in Barry
Discover the best of Barry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barry trip today.
- Recommended
Barry War Museum
Volunteer-run museum covering Barry's docks, railways, seaside growth, and everyday life through objects, photos, and local stories.
- Recommended
Barry War Museum
Small military museum displaying wartime vehicles, uniforms, and memorabilia, with a strong focus on local service history.
- Must visit
Barry Island
Barry's best-known seafront area, popular for beach walks, amusement arcades, and coastal views beside the promenade.
- Recommended
Porthkerry Country Park
Large country park with woodland trails, cliffs, picnic areas, and beach access, ideal for walking and scenic railway views.
- Recommended
Whitmore Bay
Broad sandy beach backed by gardens and a promenade, well suited to family visits, paddling, and open Bristol Channel views.
- Gluten-free
Cawl
Traditional Welsh broth made with lamb or beef, root vegetables and leeks. A staple comfort dish across South Wales, especially valued in colder months.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Laverbread
Slices of seaweed laver cooked into a rich paste, often served at breakfast in South Wales. It is a distinctive coastal food tied to Welsh heritage.
- Vegetarian
Welsh Cakes
Welsh cakes are griddled small cakes with flour, butter, sugar and dried fruit. They are a classic teatime treat sold in bakeries across the region.
Academy Espresso Bar
Well known local café and bistro near the waterfront, popular for brunch, cakes, coffee and light meals in a friendly setting.
Moksh
Established waterfront restaurant at Barry Docks known for Indian cuisine, curries and tandoori dishes in a smart but casual atmosphere.
The Boathouse
Popular seafront venue on Barry Island serving fish, seafood and British favourites in a relaxed, family friendly setting.
British pound sterling (£)
Barry is moderate for UK travel, with cheaper stays and meals than Cardiff. Local trains and buses are affordable, but seafront dining and peak summer lodging cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes only for good service.
Plan your visit to Barry
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Barry.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Barry, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the town center and Barry Island during peak seasons. Common scams include overpriced taxi fares and unofficial ticket sellers near transportation hubs. It’s advisable to use licensed taxis and buy tickets from official vendors to ensure safety and avoid fraud.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Barry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Barry by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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