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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Bus Station via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Barnstaple via Swansea, Bristol Parkway and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Barnstaple?

The distance between Carmarthen and Barnstaple is 231 miles. The road distance is 187 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Carmarthen to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Barnstaple bus from?

Carmarthen to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rose and Crown station.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Carmarthen to Barnstaple train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Barnstaple is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Carmarthen to Barnstaple.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

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Carmarthen to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Swansea
2. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Exeter St Davids
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
6h 48m
£45–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand B112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
8h 47m
£37–75
Drive 185.9 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Barnstaple185.9 mi
3h 14m
£46–67
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 13m
£54–117

Carmarthen to Barnstaple by train

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6h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Barnstaple via Swansea, Bristol Parkway, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Bus Station via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Bus Station in around 8h 47m.

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