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

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Cumbria is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Cumbria is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Brecon Interchange 2 and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Brecon to Cumbria?

The distance between Brecon and Cumbria is 258 miles. The road distance is 229 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brecon to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Brecon to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Cumbria bus from?

Brecon to Cumbria bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Brecon Interchange 2 station.

Train or bus from Brecon to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Brecon to Cumbria is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 52m.

Where does the Brecon to Cumbria bus arrive?

Brecon to Cumbria bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Brecon to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Cumbria is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Brecon to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 833+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Brecon to Cumbria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brecon to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Abergavenny to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 14m
£89–196
Drive 227.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Cumbriacar 227.7 mi
4h 24m
£56–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bulwark to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus X75
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
10h 7m
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Abergavenny to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 4m
£78–138
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
12h 52m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brecon to Cumbria.

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Distance: 256.6 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Brecon, Wales and Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Barracks to Pooley Bridge Inn via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4, Abergavenny, Crewe, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Longthwaite road end via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 12h 52m.

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