What is the cheapest way to get from Burnley to Rhayader?

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Rhayader is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 9h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burnley to Rhayader?

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Rhayader is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Rhayader Central Car Park via Printworks, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Black Lion Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Burnley to Rhayader?

The distance between Burnley and Rhayader is 173 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

How do I travel from Burnley to Rhayader without a car?

The best way to get from Burnley to Rhayader without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £50 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Burnley to Rhayader?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Burnley to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Rhayader bus from?

Burnley to Rhayader bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Burnley to Rhayader is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Burnley to Rhayader bus arrive?

Burnley to Rhayader bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Rhayader is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Burnley to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 445+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Burnley to Rhayader - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Burnley to Rhayader 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 Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Llandrindod
6h 53m
£52–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Post Office409
9h 34m
£27–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car ParkX75
7h
Drive 138.7 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Rhayader138.7 mi
2h 56m
£35–50

Burnley to Rhayader by train and bus

38Weekly Services

6h 53mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.9 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Rhayader, Wales?

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Rhayader Central Car Park via Preston, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Llandrindod, and Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Rhayader Central Car Park via Printworks, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Post Office, and Black Lion Hotel in around 9h 34m.

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