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How to get fromReading to Builth Wellsby train, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Builth Wells by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus via Newport

    best
    1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train train
    2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Herefordtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Groebus bus X15
    4h 44m
    £59–103

  2. Drive  137.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Reading to Builth Wellscar car 137.4 mi
    2h 50m
    £35–50

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Reading to Herefordtrain train London Paddington - Hereford / ...
    2. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Groebus bus X15
    4h 51m
    £52–91

  4. Train, bus via Birmingham

    1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain train
    2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Groebus bus X15
    6h 17m
    £64–115

Reading to Builth Wells by train, foot, and bus

Calendar2Weekly Services
Duration4h 44mAverage Duration
Ticket£59Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 182.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Builth Wells, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Reading to Builth Wells. However, you can take the train to Newport (S Wales), take the train to Hereford, walk to Country Bus Station, then take the bus to Groe. Alternatively, you can drive from Reading to Builth Wells in around 2h 50m.

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