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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Somerset is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Somerset is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Sophia Gardens and Public Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Taunton via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Somerset?

The distance between Carmarthen and Somerset is 169 miles. The road distance is 132.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Carmarthen to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Somerset?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carmarthen to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Somerset is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Carmarthen to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 966+ hotels available in Somerset.

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

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Train
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 Tauntontrain
4h 30m
£66–140
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardensbus 112
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Public Transport Interchangebus 216
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
5h 34m
£26–58
Drive 131.6 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Somersetcar 131.6 mi
2h 21m
£32–47

Carmarthen to Somerset by train and bus

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4h 30mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Shovel Lane via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Huntworth Lane M5 via Sophia Gardens and Public Transport Interchange in around 5h 34m.

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