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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Brecon is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Brecon is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £24 - £40.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Brecon?

The distance between Porthmadog and Brecon is 198 miles. The road distance is 101.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Brecon without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Porthmadog to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Brecon bus from?

Porthmadog to Brecon bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from The Australia station.

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Brecon?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Brecon is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Brecon bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Brecon bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Brecon is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Porthmadog to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 688+ hotels available in Brecon.

Porthmadog to Brecon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Brecon. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Brecon Interchange 5 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion, Glangwili Hospital and Llandovery Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Brecon by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Abergavenny
7h 13m
Drive 101 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Brecon101 mi
2h 29m
£25–36
Bus, train via Newtown
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Welshpool
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Free StreetT4
7h 32m
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Abergavenny
7h 40m
£46–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black LionT1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Glangwili Hospital to Llandovery Car Park281 / ...
8h 57m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Porthmadog to Brecon.

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Distance: 196.9 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Brecon Interchange 4 via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, Abergavenny, and Station Road in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Brecon Interchange 5 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion, Glangwili Hospital, and Llandovery Car Park in around 8h 57m.

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