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

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Cardiff is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bryn Gwy and arriving at Greyfriars Road GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Rhayader and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Rhayader to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Cardiff?

The distance between Rhayader and Cardiff is 77 miles. The road distance is 72.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhayader to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Rhayader to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Cardiff train from?

Rhayader to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Train or bus from Rhayader to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Rhayader to Cardiff bus arrive?

Rhayader to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13.

Where does the Rhayader to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhayader to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Cardiff is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Rhayader to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1722+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Rhayader to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rhayader to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2h 55m
Drive 71.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhayader to Cardiffcar 71.8 mi
1h 34m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Cardiff Centraltrain Shrewsbury - Cardiff Central
5h 27m
£45–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
3h 14m

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Distance: 76.2 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Llandrindod to Cardiff Central once a week. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Greyfriars Road GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 3h 14m.

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