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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £22 - £65 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Rose and Crown via South Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Carmarthen via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Dorset to Carmarthen?

The distance between Dorset and Carmarthen is 217 miles. The road distance is 164 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Dorset to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Carmarthen bus from?

Dorset to Carmarthen bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Carmarthen train from?

Dorset to Carmarthen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Dorset to Carmarthen is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £65 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Dorset to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Dorset to Carmarthen bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Carmarthen train arrive?

Dorset to Carmarthen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Carmarthen is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Dorset to Carmarthen.

Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 725+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

Dorset to Carmarthen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Cardiff Centraltrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
7h 22m
£86–171
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
4. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
10h 18m
£23–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
10h
£46–91
Drive 163 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Carmarthencar 163 mi
3h 32m
£40–58
Train via Westbury
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
7h 52m
£86–175

Dorset to Carmarthen by bus and train

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Distance: 215.4 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Blue Vinny to Carmarthen via Kings Statue, Weymouth, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Rose and Crown via South Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Swansea Bus Station Stand B in around 10h 18m.

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