What is the cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Cardiff is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Builth Wells and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Builth Wells to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Groe and arriving at Greyfriars Road GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Builth Wells to Cardiff?

The distance between Builth Wells and Cardiff is 67 miles. The road distance is 59 miles.

How do I travel from Builth Wells to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train via Abergavenny which takes 2h 29m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Builth Wells to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Builth Wells to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Cardiff bus from?

Builth Wells to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Groe station.

Where does the Builth Wells to Cardiff bus arrive?

Builth Wells to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Builth Wells to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Builth Wells to Cardiff is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Builth Wells to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Builth Wells to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Builth Wells to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Abergavenny
best
1. Take the bus from Groe to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 1bus X12
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 29m
Drive 58.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Builth Wells to Cardiffcar 58.6 mi
1h 17m
£15–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2h 39m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
3h 20m

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Distance: 67.1 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Builth Wells, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Groe to Greyfriars Road GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 3h 20m.

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