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

The cheapest way to get from Holywell to Brecon is to drive which costs £27 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holywell to Brecon is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Holywell and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Holywell station to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Holywell Bus Station Stand 3 and arriving at Brecon Interchange 1 via Bus Station 4, Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Holywell to Brecon?

The distance between Holywell and Brecon is 156 miles. The road distance is 112.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holywell to Brecon without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Holywell to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holywell to Brecon bus from?

Holywell to Brecon bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Train or bus from Holywell to Brecon?

The best way to get from Holywell to Brecon is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £45 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Holywell to Brecon bus arrive?

Holywell to Brecon bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 4.

Can I drive from Holywell to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Holywell to Brecon is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Holywell to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 674+ hotels available in Brecon.

Holywell to Brecon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Holywell 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 Shotton to AbergavennyLlandudno Junction - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 36m
£47–73
Drive 112 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holywell to Brecon112 mi
2h 26m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 4T12
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1T4
8h 1m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Holywell Bus Station Stand 3 to Chester Rd West11A / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Abergavenny
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Brecon Interchange 4X43
6h 11m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shotton to Abergavenny twice a week. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Holywell Bus Station Stand 3 to Brecon Interchange 1 via Bus Station 4, Wrexham Bus Station 5, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 8h 1m.

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