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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Rugby is to bus and train which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Rugby is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Bennett Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Rugby via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Rugby?

The distance between Carmarthen and Rugby is 216 miles. The road distance is 162 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Rugby without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 31m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Carmarthen to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Rugby?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Rugby is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 31m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Rugby bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Carmarthen to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Rugby is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Carmarthen to Rugby.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Carmarthen to Rugby by train, bus, or car

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
5h 31m
£96–176
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
8h 44m
£33–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
7h 21m
£40–92
Drive 161.1 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Rugbycar 161.1 mi
3h 28m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
6h 2m
£81–165

Carmarthen to Rugby by train

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Distance: 214.5 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Rugby via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Rose and Crown to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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