What is the cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Rhayader?

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Rhayader is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontypool to Rhayader?

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 3 and arriving at Bryn Gwy via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 and Brecon Interchange 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Cwmbran and arriving at Llandrindod via Craven Arms. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Rhayader?

The distance between Pontypool and Rhayader is 66 miles. The road distance is 55.1 miles.

How do I travel from Pontypool to Rhayader without a car?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Rhayader without a car is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Pontypool to Rhayader?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Pontypool to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Rhayader bus from?

Pontypool to Rhayader bus services, operated by Williams Coaches, depart from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Rhayader train from?

Pontypool to Rhayader train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbran station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Rhayader is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Pontypool to Rhayader bus arrive?

Pontypool to Rhayader bus services, operated by Williams Coaches, arrive at Brecon Interchange 4 station.

Where does the Pontypool to Rhayader train arrive?

Pontypool to Rhayader train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Craven Arms station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Rhayader is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Pontypool to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 498+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Pontypool to Rhayader - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Pontypool to Rhayader by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 to Brecon Interchange 4bus X43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Bryn Gwybus T4
3h 58m
Drive 54.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Rhayadercar 54.8 mi
1h 23m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Craven Armstrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Craven Arms to Llandrindodtrain Shrewsbury - Swansea / ...
5h 34m
£37–67

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Distance: 65.3 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Rhayader, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 3 to Bryn Gwy via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 and Brecon Interchange 2 in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Rhayader Central Car Park via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, Craven Arms, Llandrindod, and Llandrindod Wells Interchange 1 in around 5h 34m.

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