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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Rose and Crown via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Carmarthen via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Wigan to Carmarthen?

The distance between Wigan and Carmarthen is 252 miles. The road distance is 169.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Wigan to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Carmarthen bus from?

Wigan to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Carmarthen train from?

Wigan to Carmarthen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Wigan to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Wigan to Carmarthen is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Wigan to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Wigan to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Wigan to Carmarthen train arrive?

Wigan to Carmarthen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Carmarthen is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Wigan to Carmarthen.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 57m
£98–171
Drive 168.8 mi
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1. Drive from Wigan to Carmarthencar 168.8 mi
3h 27m
£41–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rose and Crownbus 112
10h 18m
£50–129

Wigan to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 250.5 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Carmarthen via Crewe in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Rose and Crown via Bag Lane, Market Street, St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 18m.

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