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 £27 - £50 and takes 9h 24m.

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 31m and costs £40 - £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, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

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 19m.

How far is it from Dorset to Carmarthen?

The distance between Dorset and Carmarthen is 217 miles. The road distance is 163.6 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 19m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m 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 National Express, 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 19m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 9h 24m.

Where does the Dorset to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Dorset to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park 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 31m to drive from Dorset to Carmarthen.

Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 700+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

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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 19m
£77–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus G23
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 508
9h 24m
£27–48
Drive 162.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Carmarthencar 162.7 mi
3h 31m
£41–59
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Upwey to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
7h 48m
£74–157
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Highgrove Streetbus 376
3. Take the train from Stapleton Road to Carmarthentrain
10h 9m
£45–73

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Distance: 215.4 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

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 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Rose and Crown via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and Swansea Bus Station Stand B in around 9h 24m.

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