What is the cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly?

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly?

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Bryn Gwy and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 and Hanbury Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Caerphilly?

The distance between Rhayader and Caerphilly is 84 miles. The road distance is 65.5 miles.

How do I travel from Rhayader to Caerphilly without a car?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Caerphilly bus from?

Rhayader to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Bryn Gwy station.

Train or bus from Rhayader to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Rhayader to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Rhayader to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Rhayader to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Caerphilly is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Rhayader to Caerphilly.

Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

There are 1770+ hotels available in Caerphilly.

Rhayader to Caerphilly - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 53 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 30m
Drive 65.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhayader to Caerphillycar 65.1 mi
1h 28m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Cardiff Centraltrain Shrewsbury - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 28m
£47–81
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to Hanbury Squarebus 53 / ...
4h 32m
Bus, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 9 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4bus 78 / ...
4h 36m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rhayader to Caerphilly.

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Distance: 84 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Llandrindod to Cardiff Central twice a week. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 and Hanbury Square in around 4h 32m.

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