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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Rose and Crown via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Carmarthen via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Retford to Carmarthen?

The distance between Retford and Carmarthen is 364 miles. The road distance is 207.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Carmarthen without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 16m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Retford to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Carmarthen bus from?

Retford to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Carmarthen train from?

Retford to Carmarthen train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Train or bus from Retford to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Retford to Carmarthen is to train via London which takes 6h 16m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the Retford to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Retford to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Retford to Carmarthen train arrive?

Retford to Carmarthen train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Retford to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Carmarthen is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Retford to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
6h 16m
£132–252
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
10h 35m
£51–135
Drive 206 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Carmarthencar 206 mi
4h 30m
£52–74
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
7h 42m
£111–202
Train #2
1. Take the train from Worksop to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
9h 24m
£124–212

Retford to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 362 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Carmarthen via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Rose and Crown via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 35m.

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