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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Rhayader is to line 120 bus and bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from South Gate Square and arriving at Bryn Gwy via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and Merthyr Bus Station 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Rhayader?

The distance between Caerphilly and Rhayader is 84 miles. The road distance is 65.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Rhayader without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 11m and costs £14 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Caerphilly to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Rhayader bus from?

Caerphilly to Rhayader bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from South Gate Square station.

Where does the Caerphilly to Rhayader bus arrive?

Caerphilly to Rhayader bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9.

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Rhayader is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Caerphilly to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 501+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Caerphilly to Rhayader - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 120 bus

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

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 13 to Bryn Gwybus T4
4h 11m
£14–24
Drive 65.3 mi
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Rhayadercar 65.3 mi
1h 28m
£17–24
Line 120 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9bus 120
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 13 to Bryn Gwybus T4
4h 41m
£14–21
Line 53 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hanbury Square to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 13 to Bryn Gwybus T4
5h 1m
£15–21

Caerphilly to Rhayader by train and bus

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a bus from South Gate Square to Bryn Gwy via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5, Merthyr Bus Station 1, and Merthyr Bus Station 13 in around 4h 41m.

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