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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Rose and Crown via King Street and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Carmarthen via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Kent to Carmarthen?

The distance between Kent and Carmarthen is 292 miles. The road distance is 256.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 6h and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Kent to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Carmarthen bus from?

Kent to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Carmarthen train from?

Kent to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Kent to Carmarthen is to train via Swansea which takes 6h and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Kent to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Kent to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Kent to Carmarthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kent to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Carmarthen is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Kent to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 699+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

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There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
6h
£125–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crownbus 508
10h 4m
£44–73
Drive 254.8 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Carmarthencar 254.8 mi
4h 22m
£65–93
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen
6h 33m
£118–217
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
8h 8m
£70–139

Kent to Carmarthen by train and subway

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Distance: 289.9 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Carmarthen via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Rose and Crown via King Street and London Victoria in around 10h 4m.

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