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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rose and Crown via Milton Keynes Coachway and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Carmarthen via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Bedford to Carmarthen?

The distance between Bedford and Carmarthen is 275 miles. The road distance is 199.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Bedford to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Carmarthen bus from?

Bedford to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Carmarthen train from?

Bedford to Carmarthen train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Bedford to Carmarthen is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Bedford to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Bedford to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Carmarthen train arrive?

Bedford to Carmarthen train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Carmarthen is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Bedford to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 29m
£124–245
Drive 198.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Carmarthencar 198.7 mi
4h
£49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
8h 23m
£50–118
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
4. Take the train from Hereford to Carmarthentrain
8h 47m
£92–194
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
8h 49m
£66–130

Bedford to Carmarthen by bus

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Distance: 273.5 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Carmarthen via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rose and Crown via Milton Keynes Coachway and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 23m.

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