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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Brecon is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Brecon is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Brecon. However, there are services departing from South Gate Square and arriving at Bulwark via Sardis House D3, Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Brecon?

The distance between Caerphilly and Brecon is 49 miles. The road distance is 35.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Brecon without a car is to line 120 bus and train and bus which takes 2h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Caerphilly to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Brecon bus from?

Caerphilly to Brecon bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from South Gate Square station.

Where does the Caerphilly to Brecon bus arrive?

Caerphilly to Brecon bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Sardis House D3 station.

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Brecon is 35 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Caerphilly to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 676+ hotels available in Brecon.

Caerphilly to Brecon - 6 ways to travel via train, line 120 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Caerphilly to Brecon by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 120 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Sardis House D3120
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfil
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to BulwarkT4
2h 28m
Drive 35.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Brecon35.2 mi
47 min
£9–13
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr TydfilPontypridd - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to BulwarkT4
2h 35m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caerphilly to Brecon35.2 mi
47 min
£75–90
Line 120 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Sardis House D3120
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to BulwarkT4
2h 45m
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Hanbury SquareC9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hanbury Square to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 153 / ...
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to BulwarkT4
3h 11m

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Caerphilly, Wales and Brecon, Wales?

You can take a bus from South Gate Square to Bulwark via Sardis House D3, Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5, and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 in around 2h 45m.

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