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

The cheapest way to get from Winchester to Brecon is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winchester to Brecon is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Winchester and Brecon?

No, there is no direct train from Winchester to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Winchester and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Reading and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Winchester to Brecon?

The distance between Winchester and Brecon is 173 miles. The road distance is 126.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winchester to Brecon without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Winchester to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winchester to Brecon train from?

Winchester to Brecon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Winchester station.

Where does the Winchester to Brecon train arrive?

Winchester to Brecon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Winchester to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Winchester to Brecon is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Winchester to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 727+ hotels available in Brecon.

Winchester to Brecon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Winchester to Brecon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Winchester to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Brecon Interchange 4bus X43
4h 49m
Drive 125.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Winchester to Breconcar 125.6 mi
2h 48m
£31–45
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Winchester to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 16m
£74–136
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 / ...
6h 35m
£66–127

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Distance: 171.6 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Winchester to Bulwark via Reading, Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil, and Merthyr Bus Station 2 in around 5h 16m.

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