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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Rose and Crown via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Carmarthen via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Dover to Carmarthen?

The distance between Dover and Carmarthen is 303 miles. The road distance is 287.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 56m and costs £130 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Dover to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Carmarthen bus from?

Dover to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Carmarthen train from?

Dover to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Dover to Carmarthen is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 56m and costs £130 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Dover to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Dover to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dover to Carmarthen train arrive?

Dover to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Carmarthen is 287 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Dover to Carmarthen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dover to Carmarthen?

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 56m
£139–284
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crownbus 508
10h 31m
£56–138
Drive 285.5 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Carmarthencar 285.5 mi
4h 49m
£70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen / ...
6h 49m
£142–278
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
8h 48m
£91–180

Dover to Carmarthen by train and subway

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5h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 300.8 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Carmarthen via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 5h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Rose and Crown via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 10h 31m.

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