Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head | Mereoak P&R | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head | Mereoak P&R | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lammas Street, outside the Boar’s Head | Mereoak P&R | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Carmarthen to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Carmarthen and Reading?
Stops in Carmarthen
- A
Carmarthen Bus Stop (o/s Bus Stn)
27 Blue Street, Stand 2, Carmarthen SA31 3LE
Stops in Reading
- AMereoak Ln, Three Mile Cross, Reading RG7, UK
- B
Bath Road
Bath Rd, Reading RG31 7BS, UK - C
Reading
25 Cross Street, Reading, RG1 1ST, United Kingdom
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Customers have reported occasional bad smells from the toilet and delays due to bank holiday traffic. However, many customers appreciate the on-time departures and comfortable journeys provided by this service, finding it a convenient way to travel.
National Express Carmarthen Reading recent customer reviews
Some bad smells coming from the toilet at times. Bus was late and arrived late at destination due to bank holiday traffic.
Zaheerah L.
Overall the experience was a good one,but when the driver knew we would be arriving early letting us know would have been useful to be able to arrange forward transport.
Dawn S.
On time and comfortable journey
Siobhan G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Carmarthen to Reading
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Carmarthen to Reading?
The cheapest coach tickets from Carmarthen to Reading start from £12. The average price for this route is around £17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Carmarthen to Reading?
The average bus journey time from Carmarthen to Reading is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 146 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Carmarthen to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carmarthen to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Carmarthen to Reading at 10:55. And the latest bus departs at 10:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carmarthen to Reading?
A bus journey from Carmarthen to Reading produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carmarthen to Reading was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carmarthen to Reading as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £31 for a bus ticket from Carmarthen to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-07.
What's the cheapest way to go from Carmarthen to Reading?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
