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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Brecon is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Brecon is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Bulwark via South Terminal Coach Station, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Brighton to Brecon?

The distance between Brighton and Brecon is 229 miles. The road distance is 194.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Brecon without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Brighton to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Brecon bus from?

Brighton to Brecon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Brecon?

The best way to get from Brighton to Brecon is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Abergavenny, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Brighton to Brecon bus arrive?

Brighton to Brecon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Brecon is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Brighton to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 678+ hotels available in Brecon.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Brecon 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 Gatwick Airport to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfil
6h 44m
£85–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Kingsway GDUk940
8h 32m
£27–55
Bus via Abergavenny
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to North Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Kingsway K14201
7h 32m
£43–95
Drive 193.5 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Brecon193.5 mi
3h 57m
£49–70
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton CentralBrighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 38m
£60–204

Brighton to Brecon by train and bus

191Weekly Services

6h 44mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.5 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Bulwark via Gatwick Airport, Reading, Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil, and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Brecon Interchange 4 via North Terminal Bus Station, Kingsway K14, Newport (S Wales), Abergavenny, and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 in around 7h 32m.

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