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How to get fromCardiff Castle to Brecon Beaconsby train, car or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Brecon Beacons by train, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
    1h 23m
    £32–42

  2. Drive 32.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Brecon Beaconscar car 32.8 mi
    40 min
    £9–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Castle to Brecon Beaconstaxi taxi 32.8 mi
    40 min
    £70–90

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Cardiff Castle, Wales and Brecon Beacons, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 56 min.

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