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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Risca is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Risca is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Risca?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli station to Risca. However, there are services departing from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Spar via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Market Square 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Llanelli and Risca?

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Risca. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Risca & Pontymister via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Risca?

The distance between Llanelli and Risca is 72 miles. The road distance is 58.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Risca without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £10 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Llanelli to Risca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Risca bus from?

Llanelli to Risca bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Risca train from?

Llanelli to Risca train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llanelli station.

Train or bus from Llanelli to Risca?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Risca is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £10 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 111 bus and bus via Queensway Q1, which costs and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Llanelli to Risca bus arrive?

Llanelli to Risca bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand P.

Where does the Llanelli to Risca train arrive?

Llanelli to Risca train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Risca?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Risca is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Llanelli to Risca.

How do I get a train ticket from Llanelli to Risca?

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Where can I stay near Risca?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Llanelli to Risca 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 Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Risca & PontymisterMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2h 25m
£10–36
Line 111 bus, bus via Queensway Q1
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand P111
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Queensway Q1Uk940 / ...
4h 22m
Drive 58 mi
1. Drive from Llanelli to Risca58 mi
1h 22m
£15–21
Line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand P111
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Kingsway K14201 / ...
5h 7m

Llanelli to Risca by train

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Llanelli to Risca & Pontymister via Cardiff Central in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Spar via Swansea Bus Station Stand P, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Queensway Q1, and Market Square 21 in around 4h 22m.

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