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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Carmarthen is to line 111 bus and bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Carmarthen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B station and arriving at Rose and Crown. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Carmarthen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swansea and arriving at Carmarthen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Swansea to Carmarthen?

The distance between Swansea and Carmarthen is 28 miles. The road distance is 26.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Carmarthen without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs £5 - £13.

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

The bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crown takes 45 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Carmarthen bus from?

Swansea to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Carmarthen train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Swansea to Carmarthen is to bus which takes 45 min and costs £5 - £13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £27 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Swansea to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Carmarthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Carmarthen is 27 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Swansea to Carmarthen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Carmarthen?

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
45 min
£5–13
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
46 min
£12–27
Drive 26.6 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Carmarthencar 26.6 mi
34 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Carmarthentaxi 26.6 mi
34 min
£60–75
Line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Church 1 to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
2. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 4 to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 3bus X11 / ...
2h 33m
£6

Swansea to Carmarthen by bus

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Distance: 28 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crown 4 times a day. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Carmarthen hourly. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 46 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route every 4 hours.

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