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

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Shrewsbury is to bus which costs £6 - £8 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Shrewsbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rhayader Central Car Park and arriving at New Street Jct. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Rhayader and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Rhayader to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Shrewsbury via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Rhayader and Shrewsbury is 61 miles. The road distance is 55.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhayader to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £60 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Rhayader to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Shrewsbury bus from?

Rhayader to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Rhayader Central Car Park station.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Rhayader to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £60 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £8 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Rhayader to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

Rhayader to Shrewsbury bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at New Street Jct station.

Where does the Rhayader to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhayader to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Shrewsbury is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Rhayader to Shrewsbury.

Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 935+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
1h 49m
£64–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to New Street Jctbus X75
3h 2m
£6–8
Drive 55.4 mi
1. Drive from Rhayader to Shrewsburycar 55.4 mi
1h 22m
£14–20
Bus via Newtown Bus Station Stand 1
1. Take the bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to Newtown Bus Station Stand 1bus X75
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus X75
3h 10m
£9–14

Rhayader to Shrewsbury by bus

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Distance: 61 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Llandrindod to Shrewsbury 5 times a day. Tickets cost £17–28 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, Celtic Travel operates a bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to New Street Jct once daily. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 3h 2m.

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