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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Pontardawe is to line 129 bus which costs £3 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Pontardawe is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Pontardawe?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen station to Pontardawe. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Kitty`s via Ammanford Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Pontardawe?

The distance between Carmarthen and Pontardawe is 47 miles. The road distance is 29.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Pontardawe without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Carmarthen to Pontardawe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Pontardawe bus from?

Carmarthen to Pontardawe bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Carmarthen to Pontardawe bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Pontardawe bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Pontardawe?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Pontardawe is 30 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Carmarthen to Pontardawe.

Where can I stay near Pontardawe?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Pontardawe.

Carmarthen to Pontardawe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 129 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Neathtrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 8 to Pontardawe Jubileebus 256
2h 14m
£19–36
Line 129 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 5 to Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4bus 129
2h 30m
£3
Drive 29.7 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Pontardawecar 29.7 mi
36 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carmarthen to Pontardawetaxi 29.7 mi
36 min
£60–80

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Distance: 47.1 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Carmarthen, Wales and Pontardawe, Wales?

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 5 to Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4 hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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