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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Huntworth Lane M5 and arriving at Rose and Crown via Public Transport Interchange and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Somerset to Carmarthen?

The distance between Somerset and Carmarthen is 170 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Somerset to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Carmarthen bus from?

Somerset to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Huntworth Lane M5 station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Carmarthen train from?

Somerset to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Somerset to Carmarthen is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Somerset to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Somerset to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Somerset to Carmarthen train arrive?

Somerset to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Carmarthen is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Somerset to Carmarthen.

Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

There are 727+ hotels available in Carmarthen.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 14m
£70–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Sophia Gardensbus 216
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112
6h 7m
£25–62
Drive 130.9 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Carmarthencar 130.9 mi
2h 21m
£32–46
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
6h 52m
£58–118

Somerset to Carmarthen by bus and train

132Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Carmarthen via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Rose and Crown via Public Transport Interchange and Sophia Gardens in around 6h 7m.

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