What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to Llanelli?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Llanelli is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to Llanelli?

The fastest way to get from Wales to Llanelli is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Llanelli?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Llanelli. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Wales to Llanelli?

The distance between Wales and Llanelli is 57 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to Llanelli without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £12 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Wales to Llanelli?

The train from Cardiff Central to Llanelli takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wales to Llanelli bus from?

Wales to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Llanelli train from?

Wales to Llanelli train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Wales to Llanelli is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus, which costs and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Wales to Llanelli bus arrive?

Wales to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Wales to Llanelli train arrive?

Wales to Llanelli train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llanelli station.

Can I drive from Wales to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Llanelli is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Wales to Llanelli.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to Llanelli?

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

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Wales to Llanelli - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 111 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Wales to Llanelli by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain Cardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
1h 29m
£12–26
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
2h 45m
Drive 54.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llanellicar 54.5 mi
1h 2m
£14–19
Bus, line 111 bus via Cardiff North Road
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
2h 50m

Wales to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 56.5 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Wales and Llanelli, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Llanelli hourly. Tickets cost £12–26 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 2h 45m.

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