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Compare train and bus for London to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $82.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
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$93 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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The best way to travel from London to Carmarthen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Carmarthen:
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Carmarthen costing on average $82 (€66).
Other travel options to Carmarthen take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Carmarthen as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from London Paddington (PAD) and arrive in Carmarthen station (CMN).
- Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel).
- Travel with National Express to go to Carmarthen by bus.
- Travel with Great Western Rail, first_great_western to go to Carmarthen by train.
- 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
- 2 direct trains per day with Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
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