What is the cheapest way to get from Brecon to Caerphilly?

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Caerphilly is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brecon to Caerphilly?

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Caerphilly is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Free Street and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Brecon to Caerphilly?

The distance between Brecon and Caerphilly is 40 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

How do I travel from Brecon to Caerphilly without a car?

The best way to get from Brecon to Caerphilly without a car is to bus and train and line 120 bus which takes 2h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Brecon to Caerphilly?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Brecon to Caerphilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Caerphilly bus from?

Brecon to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Free Street station.

Where does the Brecon to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Brecon to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Brecon to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Caerphilly is 35 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Brecon to Caerphilly.

Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

There are 1650+ hotels available in Caerphilly.

Brecon to Caerphilly - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 120 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brecon to Caerphilly 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, line 120 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Free Street to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypridd
3. Take the bus from Railway Station South E5 to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn120
2h 20m
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Caerphilly35.3 mi
48 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brecon to Caerphilly35.3 mi
48 min
£75–90
Bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the bus from Free Street to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8X4 / ...
3. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn120
2h 36m
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Free Street to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Square53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Hanbury Square to Caerphilly Library / The TwynC9 / ...
3h 15m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 40.1 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Brecon, Wales and Caerphilly, Wales?

You can take a bus from Free Street to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 7 in around 2h 36m.

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