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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Birmingham is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Birmingham?

The distance between Carmarthen and Birmingham is 186 miles. The road distance is 129.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Birmingham without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 39m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Carmarthen to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Birmingham bus from?

Carmarthen to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rose and Crown station.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Birmingham train from?

Carmarthen to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Birmingham is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 39m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carmarthen to Birmingham train arrive?

Carmarthen to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Birmingham is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Carmarthen to Birmingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carmarthen to Birmingham?

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Carmarthen to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 39m
£86–150
Drive 128.6 mi
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1. Drive from Carmarthen to Birminghamcar 128.6 mi
2h 53m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
5h 10m
£35–85
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Herefordtrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain Hereford - Birmingham New Street
5h 10m
£72–139

Carmarthen to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 184.5 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Birmingham New Street via Cardiff Central in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Rose and Crown to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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