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

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Swindon is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 20m.

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 Swindon - Regent Circus via Merthyr Bus Station 8 and Cardiff - North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Rhayader and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Rhayader to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Swindon via Craven Arms and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Swindon?

The distance between Rhayader and Swindon is 145 miles. The road distance is 106.9 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 31m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m 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.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Swindon train from?

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

Train or bus from Rhayader to Swindon?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Swindon is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Rhayader to Swindon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rhayader to Swindon train arrive?

Rhayader to Swindon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Craven Arms station.

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 1021+ hotels available in Swindon.

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

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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 13bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindontrain
4h 31m
£41–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station 13bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
3. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to Swindon - Regent Circusbus
6h 20m
£20–30
Drive 106.3 mi
1. Drive from Rhayader to Swindoncar 106.3 mi
2h 21m
£27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Craven Armstrain
2. Take the train from Craven Arms to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swindontrain
5h 41m
£60–105

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Distance: 144.5 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Swindon - Regent Circus via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Greyfriars Road GJ, and Cardiff - North Road in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Swindon via Llandrindod Wells Interchange 1, Llandrindod, Craven Arms, and Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 41m.

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