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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Rose and Crown via Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Carmarthen via Charing Cross station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Carmarthen?

The distance between Maidstone and Carmarthen is 264 miles. The road distance is 247.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 55m and costs £110 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Maidstone to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Carmarthen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Carmarthen train from?

Maidstone to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Carmarthen is to train via Swansea which takes 5h 55m and costs £110 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Maidstone to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Maidstone to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium station.

Where does the Maidstone to Carmarthen train arrive?

Maidstone to Carmarthen train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Carmarthen is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Maidstone to Carmarthen.

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

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 55m
£119–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Tottenham Hotspur Stadiumbus N22
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus N04
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
8h 50m
£49–128
Drive 246.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Carmarthencar 246.4 mi
4h 15m
£60–87
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen / ...
6h 14m
£124–244
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
7h 54m
£72–147

Maidstone to Carmarthen by train and subway

130Weekly Services

5h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.7 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Carmarthen via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Rose and Crown via Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Swansea Bus Station Stand B in around 8h 50m.

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