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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Looe is to bus via Swansea which costs £30 - £45 and takes 12h 15m.

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 Sophia Gardens and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

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 Looe via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth and Liskeard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Looe?

The distance between Carmarthen and Looe is 267 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 which takes 7h 38m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m 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 which takes 7h 38m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Looe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carmarthen to Looe train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Looe?

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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 Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 38m
£98–198
Bus via Swansea
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Bristol Airportbus Uk910
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
12h 15m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardensbus 508
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
9h 42m
£41–67
Drive 228.9 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Looecar 228.9 mi
4h 1m
£58–84
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Liskeardtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
8h 34m
£104–200

Carmarthen to Looe by train

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Distance: 265.3 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Looe via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Liskeard in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Fire Station via Sophia Gardens, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 9h 42m.

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