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

The cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Reading is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Builth Wells and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Builth Wells to Reading. However, there are services departing from Groe and arriving at Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Cardiff North Road and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Builth Wells and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Builth Wells to Reading. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Reading via Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Builth Wells to Reading?

The distance between Builth Wells and Reading is 154 miles. The road distance is 138.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Reading without a car is to bus and train via Abergavenny which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Builth Wells to Reading, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Reading train from?

Builth Wells to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Train or bus from Builth Wells to Reading?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Reading is to bus which takes 7h 8m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £150 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Builth Wells to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Builth Wells to Reading train arrive?

Builth Wells to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Builth Wells to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Builth Wells to Reading is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Builth Wells to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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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 Newport (S Wales) to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 57m
£51–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Readingbus Uk042
7h 8m
£25–37
Drive 138.1 mi
1. Drive from Builth Wells to Readingcar 138.1 mi
2h 45m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
4h 42m
£58–111
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
6h 5m
£80–142

Builth Wells to Reading by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 152.6 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Groe to Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Cardiff North Road, and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Groe to Reading via Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2, Llandrindod, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 5m.

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