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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Chorley is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Chorley is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Chorley?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Yarrow Gate via Birmingham Coach Station, St Peter's Square and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Chorley via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Chorley?

The distance between Carmarthen and Chorley is 270 miles. The road distance is 178.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Chorley without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Carmarthen to Chorley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Chorley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Chorley train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Chorley?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Chorley is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Chorley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carmarthen to Chorley train arrive?

Carmarthen to Chorley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Chorley is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Carmarthen to Chorley.

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

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Where can I stay near Chorley?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 6m
£108–183
Drive 177.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Chorleycar 177.3 mi
3h 42m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
9h 50m
£56–125
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 51m
£105–202

Carmarthen to Chorley by train

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Distance: 268 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Carmarthen, Wales and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Carmarthen to Manchester Piccadilly 5 times a day. Tickets cost £95–170 and the journey takes 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Yarrow Gate via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, and Bolton Interchange in around 9h 50m.

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