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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 50m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Rose and Crown via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Carmarthen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swindon and arriving at Carmarthen. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Swindon to Carmarthen?

The distance between Swindon and Carmarthen is 145 miles. The road distance is 132.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £60 - £110.

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

The train from Swindon to Carmarthen takes 2h 47m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Carmarthen bus from?

Swindon to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Carmarthen train from?

Swindon to Carmarthen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Swindon to Carmarthen is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Swindon to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Swindon to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swindon to Carmarthen train arrive?

Swindon to Carmarthen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Carmarthen station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Carmarthen?

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

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

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Swindon to Carmarthen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 111 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen / ...
2h 47m
£60–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Sophia Gardensbus Cp1
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
4h 50m
£21–36
Train, line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Swanseatrain
2. Take the bus from Swansea station to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
3. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 4 to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 3bus X11 / ...
4h 27m
£54–91
Drive 131.6 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Carmarthencar 131.6 mi
2h 21m
£33–48
Train via Swansea
1. Take the train from Swindon to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
3h 3m
£58–109

Swindon to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 144.4 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to Carmarthen 5 times a day. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Rose and Crown via Sophia Gardens in around 4h 50m.

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