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 73 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 37m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m 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 37m 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 436+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Llanelli to Rhayader - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 111 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Llanelli to Rhayader 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 Llanelli to Llandrindodtrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
3h 37m
£23–35
Drive 61.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llanelli to Rhayadercar 61.7 mi
1h 31m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from West End to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2bus 195 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 to Groebus X14
5h 7m
Line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Pbus 111
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand F to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
3. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Bryn Gwybus T4
5h 44m

Llanelli to Rhayader by train and bus

33Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Llanelli to Rhayader.

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Distance: 72.3 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Llanelli to Llandrindod 5 times a day. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 2h 12m. 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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