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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Carmarthen Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Carmarthen station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Carmarthen Station?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Carmarthen via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station?

The distance between Porthmadog and Carmarthen Station is 114 miles. The road distance is 103 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station without a car is to bus via Lampeter which takes 4h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station is to bus via Lampeter which takes 4h 56m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £210 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station?

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

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Station 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 Carmarthen stationbus T1 / ...
4h 56m
Drive 102.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Carmarthen Stationcar 102.4 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 50m
£112–204
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

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Distance: 113.5 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Carmarthen station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Carmarthen via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 8h 50m.

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