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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Rose and Crown via Shudehill Interchange, Newhall Street and Lordswood Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Carmarthen via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Carmarthen?

The distance between Rochdale and Carmarthen is 258 miles. The road distance is 184.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Rochdale to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Carmarthen bus from?

Rochdale to Carmarthen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Carmarthen train from?

Rochdale to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Carmarthen is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Rochdale to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochdale to Carmarthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochdale to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Carmarthen is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Rochdale to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
6h 28m
£105–180
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Rose and Crownbus 112
9h 28m
£44–102
Drive 183.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Carmarthencar 183.3 mi
3h 39m
£45–65

Rochdale to Carmarthen by train and tram

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Distance: 256.6 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen every 4 hours. Tickets cost £100–170 and the journey takes 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Rose and Crown via Shudehill Interchange, Newhall Street, and Lordswood Road in around 9h 28m.

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