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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Durham to Carmarthen?

The distance between Durham and Carmarthen is 401 miles. The road distance is 287.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £200 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Durham to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Carmarthen train from?

Durham to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Where does the Durham to Carmarthen train arrive?

Durham to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Durham to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Carmarthen is 288 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Durham to Carmarthen.

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

Book your Durham to Carmarthen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 726+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

Durham to Carmarthen - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Durham to Carmarthen by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
7h 32m
£206–317
Drive 286.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Carmarthencar 286.2 mi
5h 42m
£70–101
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
6h 44m
£81–197
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
8h 13m
£143–251
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
8h 19m
£141–332
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
7h 59m
£159–476

Durham to Carmarthen by train

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7h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 399.1 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea in around 7h 32m.

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