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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Carmarthen via Exeter St Davids and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Carmarthen?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Carmarthen is 245 miles. The road distance is 186 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs £95 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Ilfracombe to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Carmarthen train from?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Carmarthen train arrive?

Ilfracombe to Carmarthen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Carmarthen is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Ilfracombe to Carmarthen.

Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 727+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
8h 27m
£100–203
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
9h 22m
£43–115
Drive 185 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Carmarthencar 185 mi
3h 50m
£45–65
Drive, train
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Swanseacar
2. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
4h 12m
£51–83

Ilfracombe to Carmarthen by bus and train

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8h 27mAverage Duration

£100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Carmarthen via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Cardiff Central in around 8h 27m.

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