London to Brecon train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Brecon

Showing times and prices for 11 Dec

Cheapest price

£61

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

2 h 46 m

Average duration

2 h 47 m

Trains per day

18

Distance

230 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Brecon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Brecon will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.

Fast trains

To travel from London to Brecon you need to make at least one change.

Great Western RailP08243+Transport for WalesG57559
11:482h47
London Paddington (PAD)
14:35Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
£611One-way
1 change
Great Western RailP08241+Transport for WalesG57558
10:482h47
London Paddington (PAD)
13:35Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
£611One-way
1 change
Great Western RailP08247+Transport for WalesG57563
13:482h47
London Paddington (PAD)
16:35Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
£611One-way
1 change
Great Western RailP08245+Transport for WalesG57561
12:482h46
London Paddington (PAD)
15:34Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
£611One-way
1 change
Great Western RailP08240+Transport for WalesG56053 · G58027
10:155h41
London Paddington (PAD)
15:56Llangammarch (LLM)
£671One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Brecon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Brecon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, and a coach costs an average of £73.

Distance: 230 km

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Coach

£51

Average Price

Cheapest

£73

Average Price

3h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 54m

Average total duration

6h 24m

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30m

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Live departures

London to Brecon train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Brecon trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_westernP08237+transport_for_walesG57556
On time
08:48 London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
11:35 Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
1 change
great_westernP08239+transport_for_walesG57494
On time
09:48 London Paddington (PAD)
5h03
14:51 Llangammarch (LLM)
1 change
great_westernP08239+transport_for_walesG57557
On time
09:48 London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
12:35 Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
1 change
great_westernP08239+transport_for_walesG57494
On time
09:48 London Paddington (PAD)
5h07
14:55 Garth (Powys) (GTH)
1 change
great_westernP08240+transport_for_walesG56053 · G58027
On time
10:15 London Paddington (PAD)
5h41
15:56 Llangammarch (LLM)
2 changes
great_westernP08240+transport_for_walesG56053 · G58027
On time
10:15 London Paddington (PAD)
5h37
15:52 Garth (Powys) (GTH)
2 changes
great_westernP08241+transport_for_walesG57558
On time
10:48 London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
13:35 Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
1 change
avanti_west_coastW09486+transport_for_walesG55968 · G58027
On time
10:59 London Euston (EUS)
4h57
15:56 Llangammarch (LLM)
2 changes
avanti_west_coastW09486+transport_for_walesG55968 · G58027
On time
10:59 London Euston (EUS)
4h53
15:52 Garth (Powys) (GTH)
2 changes
great_westernP08243+transport_for_walesG57559
On time
11:48 London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
14:35 Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
1 change
great_westernP08245+transport_for_walesG57561
On time
12:48 London Paddington (PAD)
2h46
15:34 Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
1 change
great_westernP08247+transport_for_walesG56142 · G58029
On time
13:48 London Paddington (PAD)
6h57
20:45 Garth (Powys) (GTH)
2 changes
great_westernP08247+transport_for_walesG57496
On time
13:48 London Paddington (PAD)
5h56
19:44 Llangammarch (LLM)
1 change
great_westernP08247+transport_for_walesG57563
On time
13:48 London Paddington (PAD)
2h47
16:35 Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
1 change
great_westernP08247+transport_for_walesG56142 · G58029
On time
13:48 London Paddington (PAD)
7h01
20:49 Llangammarch (LLM)
2 changes
great_westernP08247+transport_for_walesG57496
On time
13:48 London Paddington (PAD)
6h00
19:48 Garth (Powys) (GTH)
1 change
avanti_west_coastW09499+transport_for_walesG55974 · G58029
On time
13:59 London Euston (EUS)
6h50
20:49 Llangammarch (LLM)
2 changes
avanti_west_coastW09499+transport_for_walesG55974 · G58029
On time
13:59 London Euston (EUS)
6h46
20:45 Garth (Powys) (GTH)
2 changes
Thursday 11 December
great_western07:12 London
3h51
11:03 Brecon0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Brecon

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Trains from London to Brecon run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 2h 31m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
230 km
Average train duration
2h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
18
Fastest train
2h 31m
First train
06:00
Last train
22:49
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail from London to Brecon trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London and Brecon from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£27
Great Western Rail frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: London to Brecon train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Brecon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brecon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Three to four days is ideal to explore Brecon and its surroundings, allowing time to visit the Brecon Beacons National Park, enjoy local attractions, and partake in outdoor activities.
The train journey from London to Brecon offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. As the train departs London, passengers will see the bustling cityscape, which gradually transitions into the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the Welsh countryside, providing a pleasant and varied visual experience.
To get from London to Brecon, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from London to Brecon is 230 km.
A day trip from London to Brecon is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 31m. However, with a frequency of 18 trips per day for trains, planning a longer visit is possible. The distance is 230 km.
The train journey from London to Brecon covers a distance of 230 km and takes approximately 2h 31m. Trains run 18 per day.
Booking trains from London to Brecon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from London to Brecon leaves at 6:00.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Brecon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The last train from London to Brecon departs at 22:49.
The cheapest way to get from London to Brecon is by train, costing approximately £27.
Trains from London to Brecon run approximately 18 times per day.
The train station in London that goes to Brecon is London Paddington (PAD), and it arrives at Merthyr Tydfil station (MER).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Brecon.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Brecon.
There is no night train service from London to Brecon.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Brecon.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Brecon

London
Brecon
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
23 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
  • Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
  • Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
22 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminal 4
  • Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
25 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

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