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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Carmarthen is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 5m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Rose and Crown via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Exeter to Carmarthen?

The distance between Exeter and Carmarthen is 192 miles. The road distance is 168.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Carmarthen without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Exeter to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Carmarthen bus from?

Exeter to Carmarthen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Carmarthen train from?

Exeter to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Exeter to Carmarthen is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Exeter to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Carmarthen train arrive?

Exeter to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Carmarthen?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
4h 24m
£41–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112
6h 5m
£27–51
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Carmarthencar 167.8 mi
2h 56m
£41–59
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Cardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
4h 55m
£46–109

Exeter to Carmarthen by train

129Weekly Trains

4h 24mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Carmarthen.

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Distance: 191.1 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Rose and Crown via Sophia Gardens in around 6h 5m.

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