What is the cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water is to bus which costs £21 - £80 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Rectory Lane via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Bus Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The distance between Carmarthen and Bourton-on-the-Water is 161 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

How do I travel from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water bus from?

Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rose and Crown station.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water train from?

Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £80 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water train arrive?

Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Where can I stay near Bourton-on-the-Water?

There are 1949+ hotels available in Bourton-on-the-Water.

Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Water by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Cheltenham Spatrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 53m
£59–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
6h 57m
£21–78
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Bourton-on-the-Watercar 134.4 mi
2h 35m
£33–47

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Carmarthen, Wales and Bourton-on-the-Water, England?

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Rectory Lane via Newport (S Wales), Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, Clarence Parade arrival, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Rectory Lane via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Bus Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, Promenade, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 6h 57m.

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