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

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda to Brecon is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhondda to Brecon is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhondda to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Rhondda Hotel and arriving at Bulwark via Aberdare Bus Station Stand 11 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Rhondda to Brecon?

The distance between Rhondda and Brecon is 38 miles. The road distance is 30 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhondda to Brecon without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Rhondda to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Brecon bus from?

Rhondda to Brecon bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Rhondda Hotel station.

Where does the Rhondda to Brecon bus arrive?

Rhondda to Brecon bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Aberdare Bus Station.

Can I drive from Rhondda to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda to Brecon is 30 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Rhondda to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 694+ hotels available in Brecon.

Rhondda to Brecon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 172 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Rhondda to Brecon by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ystrad Rhondda to Pontypriddtrain
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Bulwarkbus T4
2h 40m
Drive 29.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhondda to Breconcar 29.8 mi
47 min
£8–11
Line 172 bus, line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rhondda Hotel to Aberdare Bus Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 11 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus 9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Bulwarkbus T4
3h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rhondda to Brecontaxi 29.8 mi
47 min
£60–80
Line 132 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Penuel to Railway Station South E6bus 132
2. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Bulwarkbus T4
3h 8m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rhondda to Brecon.

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Distance: 37.6 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Rhondda, Wales and Brecon, Wales?

You can take a bus from Rhondda Hotel to Bulwark via Aberdare Bus Station Stand 11 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 in around 3h 2m.

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