Carmarthen to Exeter bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Carmarthen to Exeter

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€39

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€39

Fastest journey on Sep 18

10 h 20 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

10 h 20 m

Buses on Sep 18

1

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Carmarthen to Exeter will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.

Fast buses

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 buses from Carmarthen to Exeter, including 1 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 10 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • National Express
    8:25 AM10h20
    Carmarthen
    6:45 PMExeter
    €391One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Carmarthen to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, while a train costs an average of €45.

Distance: 137 km

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Driving

€38

Average price

Cheapest

€45

Average price

€51

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 0m

Average total duration

5h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 4m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Carmarthen to Exeter is a bus with an average price of €38.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carmarthen to Exeter costing on average €45.

The fastest way to travel from Carmarthen to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Exeter take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

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

Compare prices and tickets Carmarthen to Exeter by bus or train

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Why should you book Carmarthen to Exeter buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Carmarthen to Exeter.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Carmarthen to Exeter.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Carmarthen to Exeter

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Buses from Carmarthen to Exeter run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 06:25, the last at 20:27. The fastest bus covers the 137 km distance in 10h 20m.

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
137 km
Average bus duration
5h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€38
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
10h 20m
First bus
6:25 AM
Last bus
8:27 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
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 ExeterYou can travel by bus between Carmarthen to Exeter with National Express for as low as €38. 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
10h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
€38
National Express frequency
1 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.
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FAQs: Bus from Carmarthen to Exeter

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Carmarthen to Exeter can start from as little as €38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Carmarthen to Exeter is €38; 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 Exeter is 10h 20m to travel the 137 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 Exeter leaves at 6:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Carmarthen to Exeter leaves at 8:27 PM.
There are 3 coaches a day from Carmarthen to Exeter 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 Exeter, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Exeter. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Carmarthen and Exeter and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Exeter from Carmarthen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Carmarthen to Exeter is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Carmarthen and Exeter including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Carmarthen to Exeter:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Carmarthen to Exeter for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Carmarthen to Exeter 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 Exeter.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Carmarthen to Exeter:
  • 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 Exeter:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Carmarthen to Exeter.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Carmarthen to Exeter with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Carmarthen to Exeter with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Carmarthen to Exeter with the following coach company: National Express.

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