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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Carmarthen is to bus via Swansea which costs £29 - £45 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Rose and Crown via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Northampton to Carmarthen?

The distance between Northampton and Carmarthen is 235 miles. The road distance is 178 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Northampton to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Carmarthen bus from?

Northampton to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Park station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Carmarthen train from?

Northampton to Carmarthen train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Northampton to Carmarthen is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Northampton to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Northampton to Carmarthen train arrive?

Northampton to Carmarthen train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Carmarthen is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Northampton to Carmarthen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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There are 5 ways to get from Northampton to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
6h
£85–168
Bus via Swansea
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
9h 18m
£29–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
7h 55m
£36–64
Drive 177 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Carmarthencar 177 mi
3h 54m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Northampton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Carmarthentrain
7h 11m
£71–153

Northampton to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 233.6 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Park to Rose and Crown via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 55m.

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