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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rose and Crown via Newhall Street and Lordswood Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Carmarthen via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Preston to Carmarthen?

The distance between Preston and Carmarthen is 267 miles. The road distance is 186.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Preston to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Carmarthen bus from?

Preston to Carmarthen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Carmarthen train from?

Preston to Carmarthen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Preston to Carmarthen is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Preston to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Preston to Carmarthen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Preston to Carmarthen train arrive?

Preston to Carmarthen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Carmarthen is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Preston to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 10m
£95–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Rose and Crownbus 112
9h 37m
£46–106
Drive 185.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Carmarthencar 185.6 mi
3h 43m
£46–66

Preston to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 265.6 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Carmarthen, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Carmarthen via Crewe in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rose and Crown via Newhall Street and Lordswood Road in around 9h 37m.

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