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

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Swindon is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Bryn Gwy and arriving at Regent Circus via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and Kingsway GD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Swindon?

The distance between Rhayader and Swindon is 146 miles. The road distance is 106.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhayader to Swindon without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Rhayader to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Swindon bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rhayader to Swindon?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Swindon is to bus which takes 6h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £85 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Rhayader to Swindon bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhayader to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Swindon is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Rhayader to Swindon.

Where can I stay near Swindon?

There are 992+ hotels available in Swindon.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindon
4h 37m
Drive 106.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhayader to Swindon106.1 mi
2h 21m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJX4
3. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Regent Circus
6h 27m
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Craven Arms
2. Take the train from Craven Arms to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swindon
5h 34m
£57–85

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Distance: 145.1 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Rhayader, Wales and Swindon, England?

You can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Regent Circus via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, and Kingsway GD in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Swindon via Llandrindod Wells Tesco, Llandrindod, Craven Arms, and Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 34m.

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