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

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Keswick is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Keswick is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Keswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Keswick station. However, there are services departing from Brecon Interchange 2 and arriving at Bus Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Brecon to Keswick?

The distance between Brecon and Keswick is 270 miles. The road distance is 227.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brecon to Keswick without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Brecon to Keswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Keswick bus from?

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

Train or bus from Brecon to Keswick?

The best way to get from Brecon to Keswick is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 30m.

Where does the Brecon to Keswick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brecon to Keswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Keswick is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Brecon to Keswick.

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2494+ hotels available in Keswick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Brecon to Keswick 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 1m
£89–196
Drive 226.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Keswickcar 226.4 mi
4h 31m
£55–80
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 30m
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 / ...
7h 42m
£77–138
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange to Railway Stationbus X44 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain
9h 23m

Brecon to Keswick by bus, foot, and train

59Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.1 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 4 to Bus Station via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4, Abergavenny, Crewe, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Bus Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 12h 30m.

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