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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Rhayader is to bus which costs £11 - £15 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Bryn Gwy via Brecon Interchange 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Llandrindod via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Swansea to Rhayader?

The distance between Swansea and Rhayader is 79 miles. The road distance is 67.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Rhayader without a car is to bus which takes 3h 42m and costs £11 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Swansea to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rhayader bus from?

Swansea to Rhayader bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Sainsbury's Quay Parade station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rhayader train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Swansea to Rhayader is to bus which takes 3h 42m and costs £11 - £15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Swansea to Rhayader bus arrive?

Swansea to Rhayader bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 5 station.

Where does the Swansea to Rhayader train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Rhayader is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Swansea to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 499+ hotels available in Rhayader.

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1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Bryn Gwybus T4
3h 42m
£11–15
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Llandrindodtrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 1m
£30–49
Drive 67 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Rhayadercar 67 mi
1h 32m
£17–24

Swansea to Rhayader by bus

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.6 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Rhayader, Wales?

You can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Bryn Gwy via Brecon Interchange 2 in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Llandrindod 4 times a day. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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