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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Brecon is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Brecon is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Brecon. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Brecon Interchange 1 via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Oldham to Brecon?

The distance between Oldham and Brecon is 167 miles. The road distance is 148.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Brecon without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Oldham to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Brecon bus from?

Oldham to Brecon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Oldham to Brecon?

The best way to get from Oldham to Brecon is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Oldham to Brecon bus arrive?

Oldham to Brecon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Brecon is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Oldham to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 721+ hotels available in Brecon.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Oldham 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 56m
£52–92
Drive 147.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oldham to Breconcar 147.4 mi
3h 13m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1bus T4
10h 13m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44
7h 39m

Oldham to Brecon by bus, foot, and train

89Weekly Services

5h 56mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Oldham to Brecon.

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and Brecon, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavenny hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Street to Brecon Interchange 1 via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 10h 13m.

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