What is the cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to bus via Cardiff which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bryn Gwy and arriving at Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Cardiff North Road and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Rhayader and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Rhayader to Reading. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Reading via Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Reading?

The distance between Rhayader and Reading is 187 miles. The road distance is 145.9 miles.

How do I travel from Rhayader to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading without a car is to bus and train via Cardiff which takes 4h 58m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Rhayader to Reading?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Rhayader to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Reading bus from?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Bryn Gwy station.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Reading train from?

Rhayader to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Train or bus from Rhayader to Reading?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to bus via Cardiff which takes 7h 29m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £160 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Rhayader to Reading bus arrive?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station 13.

Where does the Rhayader to Reading train arrive?

Rhayader to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Rhayader to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Reading is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Rhayader to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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Rhayader to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rhayader to Reading by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station 13bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
4h 58m
£59–113
Bus via Cardiff
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station 13bus T4
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Readingbus Uk042
7h 29m
£25–37
Drive 145.1 mi
1. Drive from Rhayader to Readingcar 145.1 mi
2h 58m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain
6h 5m
£86–153
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Llandrindod Wells Interchange 1 to Railway Stationbus 461 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Readingtrain Hereford - London Paddington / ...
6h 49m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Black Lion Hotel to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 33m
£69–137

Rhayader to Reading by bus and train

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.6 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Rhayader, Wales and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station 8, Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Reading via Llandrindod Wells Tesco, Llandrindod, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 5m.

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