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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Looe is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Looe is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen station to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 and arriving at Fire Station via Sarn Odeon, Bus Station and Pilgrim Primary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Looe?

The distance between Carmarthen and Looe is 269 miles. The road distance is 230.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Looe without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 20m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Carmarthen to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Looe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Looe?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Looe is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 20m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Looe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Looe is 230 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Carmarthen to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2084+ hotels available in Looe.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carmarthen to Looe 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 via Bristol
best
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 Plymouth
7h 20m
£35–130
Bus via Bristol
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 Plymouth Coach Station
8h 54m
Drive 228.8 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Looe228.8 mi
3h 57m
£58–83
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LiskeardCardiff Central - Truro / ...
8h 12m
£103–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sophia Gardens112
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
9h 26m
£39–65

Carmarthen to Looe by train and bus

136Weekly Services

7h 20mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Bridge via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to Fire Station via Sarn Odeon, Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Pilgrim Primary in around 8h 54m.

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