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NX112 · NX121
8:408h40
Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)
17:20Manchester, Coach Station
£381One-way
1 change
NX508 · NX111 · NX120
10:559h20
Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)
20:15Manchester, Coach Station
£451One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Manchester

The cheapest option from Carmarthen to Manchester is train, with an average price of £31. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Manchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 228 km

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Coach	Most popular Train
£31 Average Price Cheapest option	£68 Average Price
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 49m Average total duration Fastest option 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Carmarthen to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Manchester coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	8:40 Carmarthen	8h45	17:25 Manchester	0 changesdirect
Monday 6 July
NX112 · NX121	8:40 Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)	8h40	17:20 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Carmarthen to Manchester coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Carmarthen to Manchester.

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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Carmarthen to Manchester.

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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Carmarthen to Manchester.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Carmarthen to Manchester

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 2 buses per day from Carmarthen to Manchester, including direct buses, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £22 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 8h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £22

Distance

228 km

Average bus duration

7h 46m

Lowest ticket price

£23

Buses per day

Fastest bus

8h 45m

First bus

6:15

Last bus

23:55

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Sat

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £22

Bus providers: National Express from Carmarthen to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Carmarthen to Manchester with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

8h 45m

Cheapest Price

£23

Luggage included

Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Additional luggage

10€ per additional bag.

Cancellation Policy

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.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

Bikes

Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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FAQs: Carmarthen to Manchester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The earliest coach from Carmarthen to Manchester leaves at 6:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Carmarthen to Manchester leaves at 23:55.

There are 2 coaches a day from Carmarthen to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

When taking a coach from Carmarthen to Manchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Carmarthen and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Carmarthen , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Carmarthen to Manchester is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Carmarthen and Manchester including taking a train and coach.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Carmarthen to Manchester:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Carmarthen to Manchester for coach company National Express.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Carmarthen to Manchester depends on the coach companies:

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.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Carmarthen to Manchester.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Carmarthen to Manchester:

National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Carmarthen to Manchester:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Carmarthen to Manchester.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Carmarthen to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Carmarthen to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Carmarthen to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Manchester

Most Carmarthen to Manchester buses use the Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Airport. Use this guide to compare Carmarthen and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Carmarthen

Arrival bus stations in Manchester

Which Carmarthen station do buses to Manchester leave from?

Buses from Carmarthen to Manchester leave from Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel). The station is from Carmarthen city centre at 2-5 Guildhall Square, Carmarthen SA31 1NP, UK.

Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)2-5 Guildhall Square, Carmarthen SA31 1NP, UK Accessibility

City-centre transport

Getting to Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) from Carmarthen city centre

BusT1x, 322, T1, T1a · 5m · £0.90 · every ~4 min

Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) bus station facilities and services

Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

Which Manchester station do buses from Carmarthen arrive at?

Buses from Carmarthen to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Manchester, Airport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.

Manchester, Coach StationChorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 33, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 1m · £2 · every ~231 min

Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.