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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rose and Crown via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Carmarthen via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Carmarthen?

The distance between Canterbury and Carmarthen is 296 miles. The road distance is 273.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 40m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Canterbury to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Carmarthen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Carmarthen train from?

Canterbury to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Carmarthen is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 40m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Canterbury to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Canterbury to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Carmarthen train arrive?

Canterbury to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Carmarthen is 274 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Canterbury to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 40m
£135–267
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crownbus 508
9h 15m
£53–131
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
9h
£64–133
Drive 272.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Carmarthencar 272.2 mi
4h 39m
£67–96
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen / ...
6h 41m
£133–271

Canterbury to Carmarthen by train and subway

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Distance: 293.9 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Carmarthen via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rose and Crown via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 15m.

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