What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from RAFA Club and arriving at Council Offices via Free Street and Llandovery Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Carmarthen via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Carmarthen is 101 miles. The road distance is 53.7 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen train from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen is 54 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen.

How do I get a train ticket from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
3h 23m
£40–81
Drive 53.4 mi
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1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthencar 53.4 mi
57 min
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from RAFA Club to Bulwarkbus T4
2. Take the bus from Free Street to Llandovery Car Parkbus X80
3. Take the bus from Llandovery Car Park to Council Officesbus 280 / ...
4h 29m
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Woolpack to Swansea Bus Station Stand Ebus X7
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
3. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 4 to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 3bus X11 / ...
7h 4m
£19–24

Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 100.6 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Carmarthen, Wales?

You can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Carmarthen via Cardiff Central in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RAFA Club to Council Offices via Bulwark, Free Street, and Llandovery Car Park in around 4h 29m.

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