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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 22m.

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 - £90.

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 5h 58m.

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 5h 58m and costs £130 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Kent to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Carmarthen train from?

Kent to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International 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 723+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

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

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

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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
5h 58m
£133–276
Drive 254.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Carmarthencar 254.8 mi
4h 22m
£63–90
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 28m
£128–254
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 11m
£76–157

Kent to Carmarthen by train and subway

151Weekly Services

5h 58mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.9 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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 5h 58m.

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