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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Rhayader

Composite routes from Cardiff to Rhayader

Cheapest
1 h 36 min
Car
116 km.
from $6
Other
5 h 7 min
92 km.
from $91.70
6 h 23 min
Train, Bus
92 km.
Select a ticket
5 h 46 min
92 km.
from $72.63
6 h 26 min
92 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$75.95

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Craven
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.30–$69.62
Train from Craven Arms to Llandrindod
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.46–$25.32
Train from Cardiff Central to Hereford
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$43.04
Train from Cardiff Central to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$35.44
Train from Swansea to Llandrindod
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$54.43

Bus operators

Celtic Travel

Phone:
01686 412231
Website:
celtic-travel.co.uk/
Bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 3 to Bryn
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Mid Wales Travel

Phone:
+44 1970 828288
Email:
enquiries@midwalestravel.co.uk
Website:
midwalestravel.co.uk/
Bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily

Sargeants Bros.

Phone:
01544-230481
Email:
dave@sargeantsbros.com
Website:
sargeantsbros.com/
Bus from Railway Station to Mill
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rhayader is to drive which costs $22.83 - $33.70 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Bryn Gwy via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rhayader?

The distance between Cardiff and Rhayader is 212 km. The road distance is 115.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rhayader without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $52.17 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Cardiff to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rhayader bus from?

Cardiff to Rhayader bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rhayader is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $52.17 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rhayader bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rhayader bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rhayader is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Cardiff to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 450+ hotels available in Rhayader. Prices start at $50.70 per night.
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