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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Pepper Street via Groe, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station and Wrexham Bus Station 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Chester. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Chester via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Chester?

The distance between Carmarthen and Chester is 226 miles. The road distance is 134.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Chester without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Carmarthen to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Chester bus from?

Carmarthen to Chester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Chester?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Chester is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Chester bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Chester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Groe station.

Where does the Carmarthen to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Chester is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Carmarthen to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to ShrewsburyMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to ChesterShrewsbury - Chester / ...
5h 20m
£78–118
Drive 133.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Chester133.6 mi
2h 45m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 to GroeX14
2. Take the bus from Groe to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus StationX76 / ...
7h 42m
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 51m
£51–138

Carmarthen to Chester by train

48Weekly Trains

5h 20mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.5 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Chester via Shrewsbury in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 to Pepper Street via Groe, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 7 in around 7h 42m.

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