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

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Penzance is to bus which costs £35 - £120 and takes 11h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Penzance is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Free Street and arriving at Penzance Bus Station via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Cardiff North Road and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Brecon and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Penzance via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Brecon to Penzance?

The distance between Brecon and Penzance is 288 miles. The road distance is 237.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brecon to Penzance without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 8h 10m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Brecon to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Penzance bus from?

Brecon to Penzance bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Penzance train from?

Brecon to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Brecon to Penzance?

The best way to get from Brecon to Penzance is to train via Plymouth which takes 8h 10m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 11h 11m.

Where does the Brecon to Penzance bus arrive?

Brecon to Penzance bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Brecon to Penzance train arrive?

Brecon to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Brecon to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Penzance is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Brecon to Penzance.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2622+ hotels available in Penzance.

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There are 4 ways to get from Brecon to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Penzancetrain
8h 10m
£117–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
11h 11m
£35–115
Drive 236.5 mi
1. Drive from Brecon to Penzancecar 236.5 mi
4h 23m
£59–85
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Penzancetrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
8h 42m
£122–230

Brecon to Penzance by bus and train

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8h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 286 mi
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between Brecon, Wales and Penzance, England?

You can take a bus from Free Street to Penzance via Merthyr Bus Station 7, Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Plymouth in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Free Street to Penzance Bus Station via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Cardiff North Road, and Bristol Bus Station in around 11h 11m.

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