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

The cheapest way to get from Bangor to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bangor to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bangor and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bangor to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Ffordd Deiniol and arriving at Council Offices via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Bangor and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Bangor to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Carmarthen via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Bangor to Carmarthen?

The distance between Bangor and Carmarthen is 286 miles. The road distance is 125.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bangor to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Bangor to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangor to Carmarthen bus from?

Bangor to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Ffordd Deiniol station.

Where do I catch the Bangor to Carmarthen train from?

Bangor to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Train or bus from Bangor to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Bangor to Carmarthen is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via Lampeter, which costs and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Bangor to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Bangor to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Bangor to Carmarthen train arrive?

Bangor to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bangor to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangor to Carmarthen is 125 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Bangor to Carmarthen.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
6h 25m
£113–202
Drive 124.6 mi
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1. Drive from Bangor to Carmarthencar 124.6 mi
3h 22m
£31–44
Bus via Lampeter
1. Take the bus from Ffordd Deiniol to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
6h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ffordd Deiniol to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1c
6h 49m

Bangor to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 284 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales and Carmarthen, Wales?

You can take a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Carmarthen via Cardiff Central in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ffordd Deiniol to Council Offices via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion in around 6h 27m.

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