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How to get fromBuilth Wells to Portsmouthby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Builth Wells to Portsmouth by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train via Abergavenny

    best
    1. Take the bus from Groe to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 1bus bus X12
    2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Portsmouth & Southseatrain train Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
    6h 4m

  2. Drive 160.9 mi

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    1. Drive from Builth Wells to Portsmouthcar car 160.9 mi
    3h 41m
    £40–57

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus bus T4
    2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth & Southseatrain train Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
    6h 52m

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  • Distance: 183 mi
  • Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Builth Wells, Wales and Portsmouth, England?

There is no direct connection from Builth Wells to Portsmouth. However, you can take the bus to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 1, walk to Abergavenny, take the train to Newport (S Wales), then take the train to Portsmouth & Southsea. Alternatively, you can drive from Builth Wells to Portsmouth in around 3h 41m.

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