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How to get fromNewtown to Brecon Beaconsby train, taxi, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Newtown to Brecon Beacons by train, taxi, or car

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsburytrain train
    2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Abergavennytrain train
    3. Take the taxi from Abergavenny to Brecon Beaconstaxi taxi
    2h 53m
    £104–147

  2. Drive 57.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Newtown to Brecon Beaconscar car 57.6 mi
    1h 22m
    £14–21

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  • Distance: 136.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Newtown, Powys, Wales and Brecon Beacons, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Newtown to Brecon Beacons. However, you can take the train to Shrewsbury, take the train to Abergavenny, then take the taxi to Brecon Beacons. Alternatively, you can drive from Newtown to Brecon Beacons in around 1h 22m.

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