4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carmarthen to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carmarthen to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmarthen to Cardiff will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Carmarthen for Cardiff every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NX1128:402h30Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)11:10Cardiff, Sophia Gardens£121One-way0 changes- NX508 · NX11110:552h40Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)13:35Cardiff, Sophia Gardens£141One-way1 change
- NX1128:402h30Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)11:10Cardiff, Sophia Gardens£121One-way0 changes
- NX508 · NX11110:552h40Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)13:35Cardiff, Sophia Gardens£141One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 88 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carmarthen to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Cardiff coaches for tomorrow, Monday 22 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX112 | 8:40 Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) | 2h30 | 11:10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX508 · NX111 | 10:55 Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) | 2h40 | 13:35 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carmarthen to Cardiff
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Buses from Carmarthen to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 88 km |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 1:02 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Mid Wales Travel from Carmarthen to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Carmarthen to Cardiff with National Express, Mid Wales Travel for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Carmarthen to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Cardiff by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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