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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Llanelli is to bus and line 111 bus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Llanelli is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Jennens Road and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Llanelli via Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Llanelli?

The distance between Birmingham and Llanelli is 174 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Birmingham to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Llanelli bus from?

Birmingham to Llanelli bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Llanelli is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Birmingham to Llanelli bus arrive?

Birmingham to Llanelli bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Llanelli is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Birmingham to Llanelli.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Llanelli?

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

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Birmingham to Llanelli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 111 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 53m
£84–137
Bus, line 111 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
5h 34m
£19–28
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Llanellicar 129.8 mi
2h 59m
£32–47
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Llanellitrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
4h 43m
£58–125
Bus, line 111 bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
6h 4m
£37–85

Birmingham to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 173.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Llanelli via Bristol Parkway and Swansea in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 5h 34m.

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