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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Bodmin is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Bodmin is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Bodmin?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Bodmin. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Dennison Road Car Park via Sophia Gardens, Public Transport Interchange and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Bodmin?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Bodmin. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Bodmin?

The distance between Carmarthen and Bodmin is 274 miles. The road distance is 227.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Bodmin without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 9m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Carmarthen to Bodmin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Bodmin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Bodmin train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Bodmin?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Bodmin is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 9m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Bodmin bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Bodmin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Carmarthen to Bodmin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Bodmin?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Bodmin is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Carmarthen to Bodmin.

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

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Where can I stay near Bodmin?

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There are 4 ways to get from Carmarthen to Bodmin by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
4. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
7h 9m
£102–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardensbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Public Transport Interchangebus 216
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
4. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
9h 54m
£32–56
Drive 226.3 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Bodmincar 226.3 mi
4h 8m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
7h 50m
£109–211

Carmarthen to Bodmin by bus

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Distance: 272.5 mi
Duration: 7h 9m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to The Shire House Mount Folly via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, Bodmin Parkway, and Bodmin Parkway Station in around 7h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Dennison Road Car Park via Sophia Gardens, Public Transport Interchange, and Plymouth Coach Station in around 9h 54m.

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