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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £17 - £23 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Council Offices via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Carmarthen via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Chester to Carmarthen?

The distance between Chester and Carmarthen is 226 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 7m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Chester to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Carmarthen bus from?

Chester to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Where do I catch the Chester to Carmarthen train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Chester to Carmarthen is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 7m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £23 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Chester to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Chester to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Chester to Carmarthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Carmarthen is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Chester to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
5h 7m
£89–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
8h 15m
£18–23
Drive 133.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Carmarthencar 133.8 mi
2h 47m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
5h 50m
£87–158

Chester to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 224.5 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Carmarthen via Cardiff Central in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Council Offices via Wrexham Bus Station 5, Eldon Square 1, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, and The Black Lion in around 8h 15m.

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