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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Brecon Beacons?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons. 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 5h 6m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons?

The distance between Cambridge and Brecon Beacons is 239 miles. The road distance is 186.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Brecon Beacons train from?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Brecon Beacons train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Brecon Beacons is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons.

Where can I stay near Brecon Beacons?

There are 674+ hotels available in Brecon Beacons.

Cambridge to Brecon Beacons - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons by train, car, or bus

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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
5h 6m
£129–248
Drive 185.1 mi
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1. Drive from Cambridge to Brecon Beaconscar 185.1 mi
3h 50m
£45–66
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 31m

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Distance: 237.6 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Brecon Beacons via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Cardiff Central, and Merthyr Tydfil in around 5h 6m.

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