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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Launceston is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Launceston is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Westgate Street via Sophia Gardens, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Okehampton via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Launceston?

The distance between Carmarthen and Launceston is 235 miles. The road distance is 207 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Launceston without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 31m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Carmarthen to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Launceston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Launceston?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Launceston is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 31m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Launceston bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Carmarthen to Launceston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Launceston is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Carmarthen to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1309+ hotels available in Launceston.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 31m
£81–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardensbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
9h 46m
£33–54
Drive 205.8 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Launcestoncar 205.8 mi
3h 48m
£51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
8h 50m
£77–154

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Distance: 233.5 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Kensey Valley Meadow via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Westgate Street via Sophia Gardens, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 9h 46m.

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