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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Colchester is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Colchester is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Coach Stop via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Colchester?

The distance between Carmarthen and Colchester is 279 miles. The road distance is 272.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Carmarthen to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Colchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Colchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Colchester?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Colchester is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Colchester bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Carmarthen to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Colchester is 272 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Carmarthen to Colchester.

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

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

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Carmarthen to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to London PaddingtonCarmarthen - London Paddington
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 4m
£83–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals508
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stop816
9h 30m
£38–90
Drive 270.7 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Colchester270.7 mi
4h 55m
£67–97
Train via Swansea
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Swansea
2. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
5h 25m
£72–221
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Queensway Q1
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Heathrow Terminal 5
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
10h 13m
£47–97

Carmarthen to Colchester by train

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Distance: 277.1 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Coach Stop via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 30m.

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