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

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bryn Gwy and arriving at Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Cardiff - North Road and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Rhayader and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Rhayader to Reading. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Reading via Craven Arms and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Reading?

The distance between Rhayader and Reading is 187 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 59m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Rhayader to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Reading bus from?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Bryn Gwy station.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Reading train from?

Rhayader to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Train or bus from Rhayader to Reading?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Rhayader to Reading bus arrive?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station 13.

Where does the Rhayader to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhayader to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Reading is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Rhayader to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1519+ hotels available in Reading.

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There are 5 ways to get from Rhayader to Reading by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station 13bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
4h 59m
£58–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station 13bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
3. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to Readingbus
7h 37m
£27–39
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Black Lion Hotel to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 46m
£58–94
Drive 145 mi
1. Drive from Rhayader to Readingcar 145 mi
2h 58m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Craven Armstrain
2. Take the train from Craven Arms to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Readingtrain
6h 9m
£77–135

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Distance: 185.7 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Rhayader, Wales and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Reading via Llandrindod Wells Interchange 1, Llandrindod, Craven Arms, and Newport (S Wales) in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff - North Road, and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 7h 37m.

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