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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Exeter?

The distance between Carmarthen and Exeter is 191 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Exeter without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 37m and costs £90 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Carmarthen to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Exeter?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Exeter is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 37m and costs £90 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Exeter bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Carmarthen to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Exeter is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Carmarthen to Exeter.

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

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

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 37m
£92–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardensbus 112
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
6h 15m
£39–54
Drive 168.3 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Exetercar 168.3 mi
2h 56m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Pembroke Dock - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 37m
£90–197

Carmarthen to Exeter by train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Bampfylde Street via Sophia Gardens in around 6h 15m.

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