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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Risca is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Risca is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Risca?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Risca. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Spar via Swansea City Bus Station and Queensway Q5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Risca?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Risca. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Newport (S Wales) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Risca?

The distance between Carmarthen and Risca is 95 miles. The road distance is 70.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Risca without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Carmarthen to Risca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Risca bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Risca train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Risca?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Risca is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Risca bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carmarthen to Risca train arrive?

Carmarthen to Risca train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Risca?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Risca is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Carmarthen to Risca.

Where can I stay near Risca?

There are 1832+ hotels available in Risca.

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There are 3 ways to get from Carmarthen to Risca by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2h 43m
£33–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 508
2. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
4h 6m
£14–22
Drive 69.8 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Riscacar 69.8 mi
1h 33m
£18–26

Carmarthen to Risca by train and bus

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2h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 94.9 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Carmarthen to Newport (S Wales) every 2 hours. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Spar via Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Swansea City Bus Station, and Queensway Q5 in around 4h 6m.

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