What is the cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader?

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader?

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Rhayader Central Car Park via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and Black Lion Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Llandrindod via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Rhayader?

The distance between Caernarfon and Rhayader is 117 miles. The road distance is 87.5 miles.

How do I travel from Caernarfon to Rhayader without a car?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader without a car is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs £14 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader?

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Rhayader bus from?

Caernarfon to Rhayader bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Turf Square station.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Rhayader train from?

Caernarfon to Rhayader train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs £14 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Rhayader bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Rhayader bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Caernarfon to Rhayader train arrive?

Caernarfon to Rhayader train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Rhayader is 87 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Caernarfon to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 500+ hotels available in Rhayader.

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There are 4 ways to get from Caernarfon to Rhayader by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
6h 17m
£14–25
Train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Llandrindodtrain Shrewsbury - Swansea / ...
7h 44m
£63–111
Drive 87 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Rhayadercar 87 mi
2h 16m
£22–31
Bus via Machynlleth
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 to Rhayader Central Car Parkbus X75
6h 27m

Caernarfon to Rhayader by bus

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Distance: 115.9 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Caernarfon, Wales and Rhayader, Wales?

Lloyd's Coaches operates a bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 hourly. Tickets cost £10–13 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A to Rhayader Central Car Park via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), Shrewsbury, Llandrindod, and Llandrindod Wells Interchange 1 in around 7h 44m.

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