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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Folkestone is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Folkestone Central via Swansea, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Folkestone?

The distance between Carmarthen and Folkestone is 295 miles. The road distance is 280.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Folkestone without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 6h 4m and costs £130 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Carmarthen to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Folkestone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Folkestone is to train via Swansea which takes 6h 4m and costs £130 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Folkestone bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Carmarthen to Folkestone train arrive?

Carmarthen to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Folkestone is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Carmarthen to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Swanseatrain
2. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 4m
£135–281
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 508
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
10h 10m
£57–137
Drive 279 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Folkestonecar 279 mi
4h 44m
£68–99
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to London Paddingtontrain Carmarthen - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
6h 23m
£138–272

Carmarthen to Folkestone by train and subway

122Weekly Services

6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 293.6 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Folkestone Central via Swansea, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h 10m.

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