What is the cheapest way to get from Alcester to Carmarthen?

The cheapest way to get from Alcester to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alcester to Carmarthen?

The fastest way to get from Alcester to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Alcester and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Alcester station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at Rose and Crown via Redditch Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Alcester and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Alcester to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Redditch and arriving at Carmarthen via University and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Alcester to Carmarthen?

The distance between Alcester and Carmarthen is 205 miles. The road distance is 128.2 miles.

How do I travel from Alcester to Carmarthen without a car?

The best way to get from Alcester to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h 22m and costs £90 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Alcester to Carmarthen?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Alcester to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alcester to Carmarthen bus from?

Alcester to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Alcester to Carmarthen train from?

Alcester to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from University station.

Train or bus from Alcester to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Alcester to Carmarthen is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h 22m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Alcester to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Alcester to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Where does the Alcester to Carmarthen train arrive?

Alcester to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Alcester to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Alcester to Carmarthen is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Alcester to Carmarthen.

Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 725+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

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There are 4 ways to get from Alcester to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from University to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
6h 22m
£92–164
Drive 127.4 mi
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1. Drive from Alcester to Carmarthencar 127.4 mi
2h 47m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
8h 17m
£33–83
Train
1. Take the train from Bromsgrove to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
6h 45m
£67–128

Alcester to Carmarthen by bus and train

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Alcester, Warwickshire, England and Carmarthen, Wales?

You can take a bus from Police Station to Carmarthen via Redditch Bus Station, Redditch, University, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crown twice daily. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 5h.

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