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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Brecon is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Brecon is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Brecon?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Brecon?

The distance between Harpenden and Brecon is 218 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Brecon without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Harpenden to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Brecon bus from?

Harpenden to Brecon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Brecon train from?

Harpenden to Brecon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Brecon?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Brecon is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Harpenden to Brecon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Harpenden to Brecon train arrive?

Harpenden to Brecon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Brecon is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Harpenden to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 728+ hotels available in Brecon.

Harpenden to Brecon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 321 bus

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

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Brecon Interchange 4 via Luton Station Interchange, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Market Square 16, Town Hall 3 and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 23m
£86–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
7h 22m
£34–55
Drive 154.1 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Breconcar 154.1 mi
3h 27m
£39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Watford Junction 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 37m
Line 321 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newport Train Stationbus
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Abergavennytrain
5. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 to Brecon Interchange 4bus X43 / ...
8h 6m

Harpenden to Brecon by train and bus

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.5 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Bulwark via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil, and Merthyr Bus Station 2 in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Brecon Interchange 4 via Luton Station Interchange, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, Market Square 16, Town Hall 4, Town Hall 3, and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 in around 7h 22m.

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