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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Brecon is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Brecon is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Brecon?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Southampton to Brecon?

The distance between Southampton and Brecon is 144 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Brecon without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Southampton to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Brecon train from?

Southampton to Brecon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Brecon train arrive?

Southampton to Brecon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Brecon is 130 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Southampton to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 742+ hotels available in Brecon.

Southampton to Brecon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Brecon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Brecon Interchange 4bus X43
4h 41m
Drive 129.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Breconcar 129.7 mi
3h 7m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
5h 2m
£61–115

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Distance: 143.2 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Bulwark via Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil, and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 in around 5h 2m.

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