What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Brecon?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Brecon is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Brecon?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Brecon is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Brecon?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Brecon?

The distance between Cambridge and Brecon is 247 miles. The road distance is 182.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Brecon without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Brecon without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £95 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Brecon?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Cambridge to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Brecon bus from?

Cambridge to Brecon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Brecon train from?

Cambridge to Brecon train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Brecon?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Brecon is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £95 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Cambridge to Brecon bus arrive?

Cambridge to Brecon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Brecon train arrive?

Cambridge to Brecon train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Brecon is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cambridge to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 727+ hotels available in Brecon.

Cambridge to Brecon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Brecon Interchange 4 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Market Square 16, Town Hall 3 and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cambridge to Brecon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 14m
£97–203
Drive 181.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Breconcar 181.2 mi
3h 39m
£45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44 / ...
7h 58m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44 / ...
7h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
9h 21m
£48–111

Cambridge to Brecon by train, subway, and bus

104Weekly Services

6h 14mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.6 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Brecon, Wales?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Bulwark via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil, and Merthyr Bus Station 2 in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Brecon Interchange 4 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, Market Square 16, Town Hall 4, Town Hall 3, and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 in around 9h 21m.

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