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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Ilkeston is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Market Place via Birmingham Coach Station and Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Derby via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Ilkeston?

The distance between Carmarthen and Ilkeston is 236 miles. The road distance is 174.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Ilkeston without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h 2m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Carmarthen to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Ilkeston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Ilkeston train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Ilkeston is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h 2m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Ilkeston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carmarthen to Ilkeston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Ilkeston is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Carmarthen to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2139+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
6h 2m
£115–194
Drive 173.8 mi
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1. Drive from Carmarthen to Ilkestoncar 173.8 mi
3h 49m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 150 / ...
9h 10m
£51–122
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Long Eatontrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
7h 34m
£121–196

Carmarthen to Ilkeston by train and bus

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Distance: 234.9 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to The Spinney via Cardiff Central, Derby, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Market Place via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Burton Street in around 9h 10m.

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