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

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Loughborough and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughborough to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Lemyngton Street and arriving at Rose and Crown via St Margaret's Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Loughborough and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Carmarthen via Derby and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Loughborough to Carmarthen?

The distance between Loughborough and Carmarthen is 244 miles. The road distance is 171.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h 16m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Loughborough to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Carmarthen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Carmarthen train from?

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

Train or bus from Loughborough to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Loughborough to Carmarthen is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h 16m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Loughborough to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Loughborough to Carmarthen train arrive?

Loughborough to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Loughborough to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Carmarthen is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Loughborough to Carmarthen.

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

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

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
6h 16m
£119–198
Drive 170.1 mi
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1. Drive from Loughborough to Carmarthencar 170.1 mi
3h 40m
£42–60
Bus
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
8h 42m
£45–109
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
8h 43m
£114–194

Loughborough to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 242.2 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Carmarthen via Derby and Cardiff Central in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lemyngton Street to Rose and Crown via St Margaret's Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 42m.

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