What is the cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Lampeter?

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Lampeter is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Lampeter?

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Lampeter is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Lampeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Lampeter. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at The Black Lion via Public Transport Interchange, Sophia Gardens and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Lampeter?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Lampeter. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Lampeter?

The distance between Plymouth and Lampeter is 269 miles. The road distance is 216.2 miles.

How do I travel from Plymouth to Lampeter without a car?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Lampeter without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £95 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Lampeter?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Plymouth to Lampeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Lampeter bus from?

Plymouth to Lampeter bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Lampeter train from?

Plymouth to Lampeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Lampeter?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Lampeter is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Plymouth to Lampeter bus arrive?

Plymouth to Lampeter bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Plymouth to Lampeter train arrive?

Plymouth to Lampeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Lampeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Lampeter is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Plymouth to Lampeter.

Where can I stay near Lampeter?

There are 695+ hotels available in Lampeter.

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There are 4 ways to get from Plymouth to Lampeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
6h 44m
£100–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Sophia Gardensbus 216
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
9h 35m
£34–52
Drive 215 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Lampetercar 215 mi
4h 3m
£54–78
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
8h 1m
£96–192

Plymouth to Lampeter by train and bus

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Distance: 267.1 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Lampeter, Wales?

You can take a train from Plymouth to The Black Lion via Bristol Parkway, Swansea, Carmarthen, and Carmarthen station in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to The Black Lion via Public Transport Interchange, Sophia Gardens, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 in around 9h 35m.

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