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

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Park Street and arriving at Rose and Crown via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Ashford International and arriving at Carmarthen via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Ashford to Carmarthen?

The distance between Ashford and Carmarthen is 281 miles. The road distance is 266.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashford to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 25m and costs £120 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Ashford to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Carmarthen bus from?

Ashford to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Carmarthen train from?

Ashford to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Ashford to Carmarthen is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 25m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 42m.

Where does the Ashford to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Ashford to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Ashford to Carmarthen train arrive?

Ashford to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Carmarthen is 266 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Ashford to Carmarthen.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashford to Carmarthen?

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 25m
£128–252
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crownbus 508
10h 42m
£56–138
Drive 264.8 mi
1. Drive from Ashford to Carmarthencar 264.8 mi
4h 31m
£65–93
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen / ...
6h 17m
£131–257
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
8h 24m
£82–162

Ashford to Carmarthen by train and subway

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Distance: 279.9 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Ashford, England and Carmarthen, Wales?

You can take a train from Ashford International to Carmarthen via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Street to Rose and Crown via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 10h 42m.

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