What is the cheapest way to get from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed?

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed?

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Brecon and Betws-y-Coed?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed. However, there are services departing from Abergavenny and arriving at Betws-y-Coed via Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed?

The distance between Brecon and Betws-y-Coed is 197 miles. The road distance is 108.1 miles.

How do I travel from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed without a car?

The best way to get from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £150 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Betws-y-Coed train from?

Brecon to Betws-y-Coed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Abergavenny station.

Where does the Brecon to Betws-y-Coed train arrive?

Brecon to Betws-y-Coed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Betws-y-Coed is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed.

Where can I stay near Betws-y-Coed?

There are 1239+ hotels available in Betws-y-Coed.

Brecon to Betws-y-Coed - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Brecon to Betws-y-Coed by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Abergavenny to Llandudno Junctiontrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 17m
£155–210
Drive 107.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Betws-y-Coedcar 107.4 mi
2h 42m
£27–39
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange to Railway Stationbus X44
2. Take the train from Hereford to Llandudno Junctiontrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 56m
Bus, train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange to Railway Stationbus X44
2. Take the train from Hereford to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Llandudno Junctiontrain
7h 15m

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Distance: 196.2 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Brecon, Wales and Betws-y-Coed, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Abergavenny to Llandudno Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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