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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Rose and Crown via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Carmarthen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Carmarthen. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Carmarthen?

The distance between Reading and Carmarthen is 187 miles. The road distance is 170.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £80 - £160.

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

The train from Reading to Carmarthen takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Reading to Carmarthen bus from?

Reading to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Carmarthen train from?

Reading to Carmarthen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Reading to Carmarthen is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Reading to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Reading to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Where does the Reading to Carmarthen train arrive?

Reading to Carmarthen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Carmarthen station.

Can I drive from Reading to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Carmarthen is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Reading to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen / ...
3h 15m
£80–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Rose and Crownbus 508
5h 51m
£32–82
Drive 169.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Carmarthencar 169.9 mi
3h 1m
£42–60
Train via Swansea
1. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
3h 38m
£82–158

Reading to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 185.6 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Carmarthen 5 times a day. Tickets cost £80–160 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Rose and Crown once daily. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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