How far is Carmarthen from Birmingham by coach?

The journey from Birmingham to Carmarthen by coach covers an approximate distance of 111 miles (179 km).

Is there a way to reach Carmarthen from Birmingham without a car?

You can reach Carmarthen from Birmingham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Carmarthen on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:30	Coach Station	4h 50m	18:20	Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head	Cheapest
Bus	13:45	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	4h 35m	18:20	Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head	Fastest
Bus	10:00	Coach Station	7h 45m	17:45	Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head	No tags
Bus	10:00	Coach Station	7h 45m	17:45	Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head	No tags
Bus	13:30	Coach Station	4h 50m	18:20	Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head	No tags
Bus	13:30	Coach Station	4h 50m	18:20	Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head	No tags
Bus	10:15	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	7h 30m	17:45	Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head	No tags
Bus	10:15	Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road	7h 30m	17:45	Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Carmarthen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Carmarthen. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

112 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £39	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£157 - £157	Average duration6h 3m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £17	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29708 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £12

National Express Birmingham Carmarthen recent customer reviews

Good overall services, all modern facilities including WiFi and Internet entertainment facilities. Helpful friendly staff throughout

Carol B.

8 September 2018

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Carmarthen?

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Bearwood

C - Birmingham Airport

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Stops in Carmarthen

A - Carmarthen Bus Stop (o/s Bus Stn)

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Carmarthen

How far is Carmarthen from Birmingham by coach?
The journey from Birmingham to Carmarthen by coach covers an approximate distance of 111 miles (179 km).
Is there a way to reach Carmarthen from Birmingham without a car?
You can reach Carmarthen from Birmingham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Carmarthen was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Carmarthen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £13 to £47 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Carmarthen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-15.