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

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

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Cathays to Merthyr Tydfiltrain train Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Brecon Beaconstaxi taxi
    1h 9m

  2. Drive 33.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Cardiff to Brecon Beaconscar car 33.4 mi
    42 min
    £9–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Brecon Beaconstaxi taxi 33.4 mi
    42 min
    £70–90

Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Cardiff to Brecon Beacons. However, you can take the train to Merthyr Tydfil then take the taxi to Brecon Beacons. Alternatively, you can drive from Cardiff to Brecon Beacons in around 42 min.

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