Carmarthen to Bristol bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Carmarthen to Bristol

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€18

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€20

Fastest journey on Sep 18

4 h 15 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

4 h 43 m

Buses on Sep 18

2

Distance

126 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Carmarthen to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Carmarthen to Bristol will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Carmarthen to Bristol without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX508 · NX201 · NX202
    11:10 AM5h10
    Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)
    4:20 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    €181One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX112 · NX202
    9:35 AM4h15
    Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)
    1:50 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    €211One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Carmarthen to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a train costs an average of €50.

Distance: 126 km

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Driving

€24

Average price

Cheapest

€50

Average price

€42

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 0m

Average total duration

3h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 3m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Carmarthen to Bristol is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Carmarthen to Bristol:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carmarthen to Bristol costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Carmarthen to Bristol is by train with an average journey time of 2h 44m.

Other travel options to Bristol take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 30m.

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

Live departures

Carmarthen to Bristol bus times

The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Bristol buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX508 · NX20211:10 AM Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel)
5h10
4:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all buses services from Carmarthen to Bristol.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Carmarthen to Bristol

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Buses from Carmarthen to Bristol run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 22:36. The fastest bus covers the 126 km distance in 3h 15m.

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
Distance
126 km
Average bus duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
4:00 AM
Last bus
10:36 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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

Bus providers: National Express from Carmarthen to BristolYou can travel by bus between Carmarthen to Bristol with National Express for as low as €19. 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 National Express Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest National Express Price
€16
National Express frequency
2 a day
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Carmarthen to Bristol

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Bristol by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Carmarthen to Bristol can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Carmarthen to Bristol is €24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Carmarthen to Bristol is 3h 15m to travel the 126 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Carmarthen to Bristol leaves at 4:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Carmarthen to Bristol leaves at 10:36 PM.
There are 2 coaches a day from Carmarthen to Bristol 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 Bristol, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Carmarthen and Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Carmarthen , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) . When arriving in Bristol , you can end your trip in coach stations like Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) .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 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Bristol from Carmarthen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Carmarthen to Bristol is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Carmarthen and Bristol including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Carmarthen to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Carmarthen to Bristol for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Carmarthen to Bristol 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 Bristol.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Carmarthen to Bristol:
  • 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 Bristol:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Carmarthen to Bristol.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Carmarthen to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Carmarthen to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Carmarthen to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Carmarthen to Bristol

Most Carmarthen to Bristol buses use the Carmarthen, Lammas Street (Rose and Crown Hotel) to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair. Use this guide to compare Carmarthen and Bristol 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 Bristol

Which Carmarthen station do buses to Bristol leave from?

Buses from Carmarthen to Bristol 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, UKAccessibility
City-centre transport

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

BusT1x, 322, T1, T1a · 5m · €1 · 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.

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