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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Brecon is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Brecon is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Bulwark via Public Transport Interchange, Greyfriars Road GJ and Merthyr Bus Station 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Brecon?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Abergavenny via Bristol Parkway and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Brecon?

The distance between Plymouth and Brecon is 196 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Brecon without a car is to train via Abergavenny which takes 5h 12m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Plymouth to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Brecon bus from?

Plymouth to Brecon bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Brecon train from?

Plymouth to Brecon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Brecon?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Brecon is to train via Abergavenny which takes 5h 12m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Plymouth to Brecon bus arrive?

Plymouth to Brecon bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Plymouth to Brecon train arrive?

Plymouth to Brecon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Brecon is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Plymouth to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 724+ hotels available in Brecon.

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

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Train via Abergavenny
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 12m
£69–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway GRbus 216
7h 47m
£29–46
Drive 173.8 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Breconcar 173.8 mi
3h 7m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 34m
£77–142
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
6h 55m
£77–146

Plymouth to Brecon by train, foot, and bus

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 194.4 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bulwark via Public Transport Interchange, Kingsway GR, Greyfriars Road GJ, and Merthyr Bus Station 2 in around 7h 47m.

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