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

The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 11h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falmouth to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Falmouth and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Falmouth to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Penmere and arriving at Carmarthen via Truro, Plymouth, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Falmouth to Carmarthen?

The distance between Falmouth and Carmarthen is 308 miles. The road distance is 262.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falmouth to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 8h 3m and costs £130 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Falmouth to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Carmarthen bus from?

Falmouth to Carmarthen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Falmouth University and University of Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Carmarthen train from?

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

Train or bus from Falmouth to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Falmouth to Carmarthen is to train via Plymouth which takes 8h 3m and costs £130 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Falmouth to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Falmouth to Carmarthen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Falmouth to Carmarthen train arrive?

Falmouth to Carmarthen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Falmouth to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Falmouth to Carmarthen is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Falmouth to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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Falmouth to Carmarthen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Falmouth and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Falmouth to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from The Moor A and arriving at Rose and Crown via Falmouth University and University of Exeter, Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Falmouth to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
4. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
8h 3m
£136–271
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
11h 21m
£39–91
Drive 261 mi
1. Drive from Falmouth to Carmarthencar 261 mi
4h 48m
£63–91
Train
1. Take the train from Truro to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
9h 2m
£128–258

Falmouth to Carmarthen by train

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8h 3mAverage Duration

£136Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.8 mi
Duration: 8h 3m

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

You can take a train from Penmere to Carmarthen via Truro, Plymouth, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Moor A to Rose and Crown via Falmouth University and University of Exeter, Bus Station, and Swansea Bus Station Stand B in around 11h 21m.

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