What is the cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Castle Cary?

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Castle Cary is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Castle Cary?

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Castle Cary is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen station to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 and arriving at The Horsepond via Sarn Odeon, Bus Station, Bus Station and Cenotaph. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Castle Cary?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Castle Cary. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Castle Cary via Cardiff Central and Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Castle Cary?

The distance between Carmarthen and Castle Cary is 163 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

How do I travel from Carmarthen to Castle Cary without a car?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Castle Cary without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £35 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Carmarthen to Castle Cary?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Carmarthen to Castle Cary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Castle Cary bus from?

Carmarthen to Castle Cary bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Castle Cary train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Castle Cary?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Castle Cary is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 376 bus, which costs and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Castle Cary bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Castle Cary bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Carmarthen to Castle Cary train arrive?

Carmarthen to Castle Cary train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Castle Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Castle Cary is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Carmarthen to Castle Cary.

How do I get a train ticket from Carmarthen to Castle Cary?

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Carmarthen to Castle Cary - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 376 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Westbury (Wilts)Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 7m
£39–85
Drive 131.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Castle Cary131.3 mi
2h 37m
£33–48
Bus, line 376 bus
1. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to Sarn OdeonT1c
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376 / ...
6h 8m
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Castle Cary
5h 29m
£33–80
Bus, line 172 bus
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Kingsway K14112
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Bus Station216 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Hollies172 / ...
6h 51m

Carmarthen to Castle Cary by train

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Distance: 162.4 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Carmarthen, Wales and Castle Cary, England?

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Castle Cary via Cardiff Central and Westbury (Wilts) in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Horsepond via Sarn Odeon, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Cenotaph in around 6h 8m.

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