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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Brecon is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Brecon is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Brecon?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Brecon?

The distance between Reading and Brecon is 138 miles. The road distance is 127.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Brecon without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Reading to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Brecon train from?

Reading to Brecon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Brecon train arrive?

Reading to Brecon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Reading to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Brecon is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Reading to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 722+ hotels available in Brecon.

Reading to Brecon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Brecon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Brecon Interchange 4bus X43
3h 44m
Drive 126.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Breconcar 126.6 mi
2h 28m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
4h 15m
£56–98

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Bulwark via Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil, and Merthyr Bus Station 2 in around 4h 15m.

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