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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £13 - £24 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Rose and Crown via Newport Train Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Cwmbran and arriving at Carmarthen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Carmarthen?

The distance between Pontypool and Carmarthen is 100 miles. The road distance is 74.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Pontypool to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Carmarthen bus from?

Pontypool to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Park Road station.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Carmarthen train from?

Pontypool to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbran station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Carmarthen is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £24 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Pontypool to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Pontypool to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 15A station.

Where does the Pontypool to Carmarthen train arrive?

Pontypool to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Carmarthen station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Carmarthen is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Pontypool to Carmarthen.

Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 700+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

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There are 3 ways to get from Pontypool to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
3h 31m
£32–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 508
4h 40m
£14–23
Drive 74.2 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Carmarthencar 74.2 mi
1h 24m
£19–27

Pontypool to Carmarthen by bus and train

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Distance: 99.1 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Carmarthen, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Carmarthen every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Rose and Crown via Market Square 15A, Newport Train Station, Swansea City Bus Station, and Swansea Bus Station Stand B in around 4h 40m.

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