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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £35 - £110 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Rose and Crown via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Leicester to Carmarthen?

The distance between Leicester and Carmarthen is 234 miles. The road distance is 173.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £110 - £200.

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

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Carmarthen bus from?

Leicester to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Carmarthen train from?

Leicester to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Leicester to Carmarthen is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Leicester to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Carmarthen train arrive?

Leicester to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Carmarthen is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Leicester to Carmarthen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Carmarthen?

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
4. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 45m
£114–192
Bus
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1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
7h 45m
£39–106
Drive 172.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Carmarthencar 172.7 mi
3h 40m
£42–61
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Carmarthentrain
7h 2m
£90–170

Leicester to Carmarthen by train

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 233 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Rose and Crown via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 45m.

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