What is the cheapest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen?

The cheapest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen?

The fastest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford-upon-Avon and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from NatWest Bank and arriving at Rose and Crown via Solihull Town Centre and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford-upon-Avon and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Stratford-upon-Avon and arriving at Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen?

The distance between Stratford-upon-Avon and Carmarthen is 220 miles. The road distance is 135.3 miles.

How do I travel from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen without a car?

The best way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen bus from?

Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen train from?

Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Stratford-upon-Avon station.

Train or bus from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Where does the Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen train arrive?

Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham Moor Street station.

Can I drive from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen.

How do I get a train ticket from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen?

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Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Birmingham Moor Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
4. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
5h 55m
£100–182
Drive 134.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthencar 134.5 mi
2h 57m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
7h 37m
£40–91
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Carmarthentrain
7h
£79–165

Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen by train and foot

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Distance: 218.4 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Stratford-upon-Avon, England and Carmarthen, Wales?

You can take a train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Carmarthen via Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crown twice daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 5h.

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