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To reach Powys from Cardiff, take the A470 north. It will take approximately 2 hours to drive and the route goes through beautiful scenery. Alternatively, take a train from Cardiff Central to Newtown and then transfer to a local bus or taxi to get to Powys.
If you are coming from Birmingham, take the M54 to Telford and then take the A5 to Shrewsbury and then follow the signs for Powys. The whole journey is around 2.5 hours by car. Alternatively, take a train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury, and then transfer to a local bus or taxi to get to Powys.
If you are coming from Manchester, take the M56 and then join the A483 south. The whole journey is around 2.5 hours by car. Alternatively, take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury, and then transfer to a local bus or taxi to get to Powys.
If you are already in Wales and are close to the coast, take the A44 from Aberystwyth or the A483 from Swansea or Llandrindod Wells to reach Powys. Alternatively, take a train to Newtown and then transfer to a local bus or taxi to get to Powys.
Whatever your starting point, be sure to allow for plenty of time to enjoy the scenic journey through Wales.
The closest airport to Powys is Cardiff Airport, which is located approximately 54 miles south of the town. The best route from the airport to Powys would be to take the A470 north, which is a direct and scenic route. Alternatively, you could take the M4 east and then transfer to the A40 west, which will also take you directly to Powys.