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

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Reading is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Reading. However, there are services departing from Free Street and arriving at Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Cardiff North Road and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Brecon and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon to Reading. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Reading via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Brecon to Reading?

The distance between Brecon and Reading is 138 miles. The road distance is 127 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brecon to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Brecon to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Reading bus from?

Brecon to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 8.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Reading train from?

Brecon to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Train or bus from Brecon to Reading?

The best way to get from Brecon to Reading is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Brecon to Reading bus arrive?

Brecon to Reading bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Brecon to Reading train arrive?

Brecon to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Brecon to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Reading is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Brecon to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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Brecon to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brecon to Reading by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 4 to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4bus X43 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 31m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Readingbus Uk042
6h 29m
£23–34
Drive 126.3 mi
1. Drive from Brecon to Readingcar 126.3 mi
2h 25m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 58m
£57–109

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Free Street to Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Free Street to Reading via Merthyr Bus Station 7, Merthyr Tydfil, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 58m.

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