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

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Carmarthen station. However, there are services departing from Bryn Gwy and arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 via Groe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Rhayader and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Rhayader to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Carmarthen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Carmarthen?

The distance between Rhayader and Carmarthen is 66 miles. The road distance is 58.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhayader to Carmarthen without a car is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs £7 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Rhayader to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Carmarthen bus from?

Rhayader to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Groe station.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Carmarthen train from?

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

Train or bus from Rhayader to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Carmarthen is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Rhayader to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Rhayader to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8.

Where does the Rhayader to Carmarthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhayader to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Carmarthen is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Rhayader to Carmarthen.

Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 699+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

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

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1. Take the bus from Groe to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8bus X14
3h 1m
£7–10
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1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Carmarthentrain Shrewsbury - Carmarthen
4h 5m
£28–48
Drive 58.1 mi
1. Drive from Rhayader to Carmarthencar 58.1 mi
1h 12m
£15–21

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Distance: 65.2 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Celtic Travel operates a bus from Groe to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 once a week. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Llandrindod to Carmarthen 4 times a week. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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