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

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

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 Kingsway K14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

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 32m.

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 32m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m 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 National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 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 32m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Pontypool to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Pontypool to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown 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 727+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

Pontypool to Carmarthen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 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 32m
£38–68
Drive 74.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Carmarthencar 74.2 mi
1h 24m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Rose and Crownbus 112
4h 37m
£20–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Market Square 15Abus X24 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
3h 42m
£39–85

Pontypool to Carmarthen by bus and train

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3h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99.3 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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 £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Kingsway K14 to Rose and Crown once daily. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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