What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire is to bus and line 111 bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Carmarthenshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Carmarthenshire. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Llanddarog Primary School via Cross Hands Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Carmarthenshire?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire?

The distance between Birmingham and Carmarthenshire is 201 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £95 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Carmarthenshire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Carmarthenshire train from?

Birmingham to Carmarthenshire train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Birmingham to Carmarthenshire bus arrive?

Birmingham to Carmarthenshire bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cross Hands Library station.

Where does the Birmingham to Carmarthenshire train arrive?

Birmingham to Carmarthenshire train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Carmarthenshire is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire.

Where can I stay near Carmarthenshire?

There are 1283+ hotels available in Carmarthenshire.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Carmarthenshire by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 9m
£95–163
Bus, line 111 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
6h 44m
£23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Cross Hands Librarybus 112
5h 34m
£36–80
Drive 123.7 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Carmarthenshirecar 123.7 mi
2h 53m
£30–44
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
6h
£71–138

Birmingham to Carmarthenshire by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 200.3 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Carmarthenshire, Wales?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Pontypwll via Bristol Parkway, Swansea, Carmarthen, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 5 in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Cross Hands Library twice daily. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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