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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Dorset is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Weymouth via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Dorset?

The distance between Carmarthen and Dorset is 216 miles. The road distance is 164.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Carmarthen to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Dorset?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Dorset is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Dorset bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Carmarthen to Dorset train arrive?

Carmarthen to Dorset train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Dorset is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Carmarthen to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Fishguard Harbour - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h 50m
£76–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 508
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G23
3. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
9h 15m
£30–48
Drive 163.2 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Dorsetcar 163.2 mi
3h 31m
£42–60
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Upweytrain
8h 28m
£77–156

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Distance: 214.8 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bristol Temple Meads, Weymouth, King Street, and Trinity Street in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 9h 15m.

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