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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Rose and Crown via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Carmarthen via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Carmarthen?

The distance between Folkestone and Carmarthen is 295 miles. The road distance is 279.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 45m and costs £130 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Folkestone to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Carmarthen bus from?

Folkestone to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Carmarthen train from?

Folkestone to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Carmarthen is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 45m and costs £130 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h.

Where does the Folkestone to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Carmarthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Carmarthen is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Folkestone to Carmarthen.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone 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 Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 45m
£135–277
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crownbus 508
10h
£56–138
Drive 278.2 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Carmarthencar 278.2 mi
4h 44m
£68–98
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen / ...
6h 39m
£138–271
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
8h 37m
£102–237

Folkestone to Carmarthen by train and subway

119Weekly Services

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Distance: 293.6 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Carmarthen via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Rose and Crown via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h.

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