What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Bryn Gwy via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Rhayader is 78 miles. The road distance is 73.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 501+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayader by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13 to Bryn Gwybus T4
3h 38m
Drive 72.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Rhayadercar 72.7 mi
1h 37m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13 to Bryn Gwybus T4
3h 47m

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Distance: 77.5 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Rhayader, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Cardiff Central Station to Bryn Gwy via Greyfriars Road GJ, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1, and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13 in around 3h 47m.

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