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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Drovers Call Care Home and arriving at Rose and Crown via Rail Station Car Park and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Carmarthen via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Carmarthen?

The distance between Gainsborough and Carmarthen is 306 miles. The road distance is 217.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 19m and costs £140 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Gainsborough to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Carmarthen bus from?

Gainsborough to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Carmarthen train from?

Gainsborough to Carmarthen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Carmarthen is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 19m and costs £140 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 11h 3m.

Where does the Gainsborough to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Gainsborough to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Carmarthen train arrive?

Gainsborough to Carmarthen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Carmarthen is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Gainsborough to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
4. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
7h 19m
£145–250
Drive 216.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Carmarthencar 216.5 mi
4h 45m
£53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
11h 3m
£56–134
Train
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Carmarthentrain
7h 51m
£121–211

Gainsborough to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 303.8 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Carmarthen, Wales?

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Carmarthen via Sheffield, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 7h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drovers Call Care Home to Rose and Crown via Rail Station Car Park and Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 3m.

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