What is the cheapest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Leicester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Brecon Beacons and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon Beacons to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Leicester via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Brecon Beacons to Leicester?

The distance between Brecon Beacons and Leicester is 183 miles. The road distance is 137 miles.

How do I travel from Brecon Beacons to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Brecon Beacons to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £110 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Brecon Beacons to Leicester?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Brecon Beacons to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon Beacons to Leicester train from?

Brecon Beacons to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Where does the Brecon Beacons to Leicester train arrive?

Brecon Beacons to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Brecon Beacons to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon Beacons to Leicester is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Brecon Beacons to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 987+ hotels available in Leicester.

Brecon Beacons to Leicester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Brecon Beacons to Leicester by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
5h 26m
£110–157
Drive 136.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon Beacons to Leicestercar 136.2 mi
2h 54m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange to Railway Stationbus X44 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
5h 30m

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Brecon Beacons, Wales and Leicester, England?

You can take a vehicle from Brecon Beacons to Leicester via Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 26m.

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