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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Carmarthen to Swansea. Traveling by coach from Carmarthen to Swansea usually takes around 50 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 23 mi (37 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £5.78 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Carmarthen to Swansea?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Carmarthen to Swansea. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 0h 50m | £6.03 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 50 minutes to cover the 23 miles from Carmarthen to Swansea. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 10:00. To see the times for all coaches from Carmarthen to Swansea, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Carmarthen to Swansea. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Carmarthen to Swansea; ticket prices start at £11.40.
City Information
Swansea
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Swansea is a coastal city in the southwest of Wales. With its sweeping coastline and diverse city, this historically industrial town has so much to offer. A visit to Swansea would be incomplete without a visit to one, or all, of its magnificent beaches and peninsulas. Swansea Bay makes a great picnic stop on a warm day, with its soft sand, blue waters, and plentiful ice cream parlours.
The Gower Peninsula, famous for being the U.K.'s first Area of Outstanding National Beauty, provides a great place to experience the real Wales, with its dramatic limestone cliffs, wild moors, and diverse ecology; it's definitely worth the short car drive from the city.
If the weather drives you indoors, then visit the National Waterfront Museum to learn about the industrial and maritime history of Wales. Swansea is also home to a large indoor market where you can explore independent retailers' goods and indulge in the many local delicacies on offer.
With its major road links and park-and-ride car parks, Swansea is easy to reach by car. Direct trains also run from many major cities, including London and Manchester, via the Great Western Railway. National Express and Megabus also provide frequent coach services to the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Carmarthen?
Main departure station: Blue St Bus Station (Bay 2)
Most coaches depart from the main station in Carmarthen.
All coach stations in Carmarthen:
Blue St Bus Station (Bay 2)
Where does the coach arrive in Swansea?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A
Buses and long-distance coaches to Swansea stop at the Quadrant Bus Station adjacent to the Quadrant Shopping Center. Inside the mall, a wide variety of stores and restaurants can accommodate any travel-day desire, from bubble tea to an entirely new outfit. There is some seating inside the building, facing the glass wall where exits lead to boarding areas. National Express and Megabus coaches operate routes to destinations like London and Bristol from Swansea. Many of the top sights in Swansea are within a 10-minute walk of the bus station, including Swansea Castle, Swansea Museum, and the National Waterfront Museum.
Coach stations in Swansea:
Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A
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