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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Looe is to bus which costs £30 - £120 and takes 10h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Looe is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Fire Station via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Bristol Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Looe. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Liskeard via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Looe?

The distance between Carmarthen and Looe is 268 miles. The road distance is 230.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Looe without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 23m and costs £100 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Carmarthen to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Looe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Looe train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Looe?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Looe is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 23m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £120 and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Looe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carmarthen to Looe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Looe is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Carmarthen to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2319+ hotels available in Looe.

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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 Plymouthtrain
7h 23m
£109–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus
10h 3m
£30–116
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Fishguard Harbour - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
8h 47m
£62–100
Drive 228.9 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Looecar 228.9 mi
4h 1m
£57–83
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Liskeardtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
8h 13m
£113–214

Carmarthen to Looe by train and bus

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7h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.9 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Bridge via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Fire Station via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Bristol Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 10h 3m.

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