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Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 252 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carmarthen to Portsmouth
Buses from Carmarthen to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:04, the last at 10:55. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 10h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 4:04 |
Last bus 10:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Carmarthen to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Portsmouth
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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