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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Carmarthen is to line 85 bus and bus and line 111 bus which costs £28 - £40 and takes 10h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Northcote Road and arriving at Rose and Crown via Cross Cheaping and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Rugby to Carmarthen?

The distance between Rugby and Carmarthen is 216 miles. The road distance is 162.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Carmarthen without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 36m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Rugby to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Carmarthen bus from?

Rugby to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Carmarthen train from?

Rugby to Carmarthen train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Rugby to Carmarthen is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 36m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Rugby to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rugby to Carmarthen train arrive?

Rugby to Carmarthen train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Carmarthen is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Rugby to Carmarthen.

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

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Rugby to Carmarthen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 85 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Rugby to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
5h 36m
£80–153
Line 85 bus, bus, line 111 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lawrence Sheriff Street to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 85A / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Dale Housebus X1
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
5. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 4 to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 3bus X11 / ...
10h 36m
£28–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
8h 9m
£31–57
Drive 161.5 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Carmarthencar 161.5 mi
3h 27m
£41–58
Train
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Carmarthentrain
6h 47m
£70–143

Rugby to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 214.5 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crown twice daily. Tickets cost £26–50 and the journey takes 5h.

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