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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Barry
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$0.00
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$1
Fastest journey on Sep 20
34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
37 m
Buses on Sep 20
22
Distance
10 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Barry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 22 buses from Cardiff to Barry, including 22 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 10 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 34 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:09 AM0h47Cardiff7:56 AMBarryFind prices0 transfers- 9:01 AM0h48Cardiff9:49 AMBarryFind prices0 transfers
- 11:09 AM0h47Cardiff11:56 AMBarryFind prices0 transfers
- 1:09 PM0h47Cardiff1:56 PMBarryFind prices0 transfers
- 3:09 PM0h50Cardiff3:59 PMBarryFind prices0 transfers
8:32 PM0h34Cardiff9:06 PMBarry$21One-way0 transfers- 9:32 PM0h34Cardiff10:06 PMBarry$21One-way0 transfers
- 6:32 PM0h38Cardiff7:10 PMBarry$21One-way0 transfers
- 7:32 PM0h38Cardiff8:10 PMBarry$21One-way0 transfers
- 9:08 PM0h41Cardiff9:49 PMBarryFind prices0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Barry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Barry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Barry is a train with an average price of $7.
The fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Barry is by train with an average journey time of 26m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Barry including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cardiff to Barry among Omio's users.
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 $0.00 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 05:43AM | Arrival Time 06:26AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 06:43AM | Arrival Time 07:32AM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 07:09AM | Arrival Time 07:56AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 07:28AM | Arrival Time 08:11AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 07:44AM | Arrival Time 08:39AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 08:43AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 08:28AM | Arrival Time 09:13AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 08:49AM | Arrival Time 09:44AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 08:58AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 09:49AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 09:22AM | Arrival Time 10:06AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 09:28AM | Arrival Time 10:13AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 09:54AM | Arrival Time 10:46AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 09:58AM | Arrival Time 10:43AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 10:22AM | Arrival Time 11:06AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 10:28AM | Arrival Time 11:13AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 10:58AM | Arrival Time 11:43AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 11:09AM | Arrival Time 11:56AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 11:22AM | Arrival Time 12:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 11:28AM | Arrival Time 12:13PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 11:49AM | Arrival Time 12:41PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 11:58AM | Arrival Time 12:43PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 12:22PM | Arrival Time 01:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 12:28PM | Arrival Time 01:13PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 12:58PM | Arrival Time 01:43PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 12:59PM | Arrival Time 01:51PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 01:09PM | Arrival Time 01:56PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 01:22PM | Arrival Time 02:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 01:28PM | Arrival Time 02:13PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 01:58PM | Arrival Time 02:43PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 01:59PM | Arrival Time 02:51PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 02:22PM | Arrival Time 03:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 02:38PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 03:09PM | Arrival Time 03:59PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 03:22PM | Arrival Time 04:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 03:28PM | Arrival Time 04:18PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 03:58PM | Arrival Time 04:48PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 04:22PM | Arrival Time 05:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 05:09PM | Arrival Time 05:58PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 05:22PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 06:32PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 07:08PM | Arrival Time 07:52PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 07:32PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 08:32PM | Arrival Time 09:06PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 09:08PM | Arrival Time 09:49PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Cardiff Bus | Departure Time 09:32PM | Arrival Time 10:06PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator First South & West Wales | Departure Time 10:58PM | Arrival Time 11:39PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Live departures
Cardiff to Barry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Barry buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:09 AM Cardiff | 0h47 | 7:56 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:01 AM Cardiff | 0h48 | 9:49 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:22 AM Cardiff | 0h44 | 10:06 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:22 AM Cardiff | 0h44 | 11:06 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:09 AM Cardiff | 0h47 | 11:56 AM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:22 AM Cardiff | 0h44 | 12:06 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:22 PM Cardiff | 0h44 | 1:06 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:09 PM Cardiff | 0h47 | 1:56 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:22 PM Cardiff | 0h44 | 2:06 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:22 PM Cardiff | 0h44 | 3:06 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:09 PM Cardiff | 0h50 | 3:59 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:22 PM Cardiff | 0h44 | 4:06 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:22 PM Cardiff | 0h44 | 5:06 PM Barry | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Barry
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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.
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Train from $7
Distance 6 miles (10 km) |
First bus 5:09 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
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
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.
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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.
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Whitmore Bay
Broad sandy beach backed by gardens and a promenade, well suited to family visits, paddling, and open Bristol Channel views.
FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Barry
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