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

The cheapest way to get from Slough to Rhayader is to bus which costs £28 - £40 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slough to Rhayader is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Slough and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Slough to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street Stop B and arriving at Rhayader Central Car Park via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Black Lion Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Slough to Rhayader?

The distance between Slough and Rhayader is 236 miles. The road distance is 158.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Slough to Rhayader without a car is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Slough to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Slough to Rhayader bus from?

Slough to Rhayader bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Train or bus from Slough to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Slough to Rhayader is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £40 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Slough to Rhayader bus arrive?

Slough to Rhayader bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Post Office station.

Can I drive from Slough to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Slough to Rhayader is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Slough to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 429+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Slough to Rhayader - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Craven Arms
3. Take the train from Craven Arms to Llandrindod
7h 10m
£83–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Post Office409
8h 48m
£28–40
Drive 157.5 mi
1. Drive from Slough to Rhayader157.5 mi
3h 19m
£40–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car ParkX75
7h 24m
Bus via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2T4
11h 9m

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Distance: 234.6 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a train from Slough to Rhayader Central Car Park via Reading, Newport (S Wales), Craven Arms, Llandrindod, and Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Post Office twice daily. Tickets cost £28–40 and the journey takes 6h.

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