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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Rose and Crown via Bampfylde Street and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Carmarthen via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Paignton to Carmarthen?

The distance between Paignton and Carmarthen is 220 miles. The road distance is 190.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Paignton to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Carmarthen bus from?

Paignton to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Carmarthen train from?

Paignton to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Paignton to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Paignton to Carmarthen is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Paignton to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Paignton to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Paignton to Carmarthen train arrive?

Paignton to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Carmarthen is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Paignton to Carmarthen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 43m
£83–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bampfylde Streetbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
8h 30m
£32–55
Drive 189.5 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Carmarthencar 189.5 mi
3h 18m
£47–68
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
6h 37m
£82–171

Paignton to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 219 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Carmarthen via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Rose and Crown via Bampfylde Street and Sophia Gardens in around 8h 30m.

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