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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Council Offices via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Carmarthen via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Carmarthen?

The distance between Porthmadog and Carmarthen is 114 miles. The road distance is 102.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen without a car is to bus via Lampeter which takes 4h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Carmarthen bus from?

Porthmadog to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Carmarthen train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen is to bus via Lampeter which takes 4h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £210 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Porthmadog to Carmarthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Carmarthen is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Porthmadog to Carmarthen.

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

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

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

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Bus via Lampeter
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Council Officesbus T1 / ...
4h 53m
Drive 102.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Carmarthencar 102.3 mi
2h 40m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Carmarthentrain
8h 54m
£112–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Carmarthen stationbus T1c
5h 34m

Porthmadog to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 113.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Council Offices via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Carmarthen via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 8h 54m.

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