What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Bryn Gwy via Brecon Interchange 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Llandrindod via Llanelli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Rhayader?

The distance between Port Talbot and Rhayader is 75 miles. The road distance is 71 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Rhayader without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader without a car is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Rhayader bus from?

Port Talbot to Rhayader bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Neath station.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Rhayader train from?

Port Talbot to Rhayader train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Llanelli, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Rhayader bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Rhayader bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Rhayader train arrive?

Port Talbot to Rhayader train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llanelli station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Rhayader is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Port Talbot to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 502+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Port Talbot to Rhayader - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Port Talbot to Rhayader by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Neath station to Bulwarkbus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Bryn Gwybus T4
3h 58m
Drive 70.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Rhayadercar 70.6 mi
1h 34m
£18–25
Train via Llanelli
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Llanellitrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the train from Llanelli to Llandrindodtrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 20m
£33–61
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Llandrindodtrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 29m
£33–61

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Rhayader, Wales?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Bryn Gwy via Neath, Neath station, Bulwark, and Brecon Interchange 2 in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Rhayader Central Car Park via Llanelli, Llandrindod, and Llandrindod Wells Tesco in around 5h 20m.

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