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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Rhayader is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from West End and arriving at Bryn Gwy via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 and Groe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Rhayader?

The distance between Llanelli and Rhayader is 71 miles. The road distance is 62 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Rhayader without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Llanelli to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Rhayader bus from?

Llanelli to Rhayader bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from West End station.

Train or bus from Llanelli to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Rhayader is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Llanelli to Rhayader bus arrive?

Llanelli to Rhayader bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Rhayader is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Llanelli to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 438+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Llanelli to Rhayader - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Llanelli to Rhayader by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Llanelli to LlandrindodSwansea - Shrewsbury / ...
3h 22m
£23–35
Drive 61.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llanelli to Rhayader61.7 mi
1h 31m
£16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from West End to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2195 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 to GroeX14
5h 7m

Llanelli to Rhayader by train and bus

9Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Llanelli, Wales and Rhayader, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Llanelli to Llandrindod 4 times a day. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West End to Bryn Gwy via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 and Groe in around 5h 7m.

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