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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £15 - £55 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rose and Crown via Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Carmarthen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Carmarthen. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Bristol to Carmarthen?

The distance between Bristol and Carmarthen is 115 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £45 - £100.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Carmarthen takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Carmarthen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Carmarthen train from?

Bristol to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Bristol to Carmarthen is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £55 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Bristol to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Bristol to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Bristol to Carmarthen train arrive?

Bristol to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Carmarthen station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Carmarthen is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Bristol to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2h 46m
£45–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
4h 10m
£15–52
Drive 103.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Carmarthencar 103.1 mi
1h 54m
£26–37
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
3h 4m
£45–102
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
3h 43m
£39–81

Bristol to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Carmarthen 4 times a day. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rose and Crown via Swansea Bus Station Stand B in around 4h 10m.

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