Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Carmarthen travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carmarthen

With a population of 15,244, Carmarthen is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Carmarthen to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Carmarthen

Carmarthen in December
Estimated hotel price
$80
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carmarthen in December
Estimated hotel price
$80
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Carmarthen

Plane

Although Carmarthen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 84 km from Carmarthen.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Carmarthen. The train station in Carmarthen is called Carmarthen, and is located 0.2 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Carmarthen is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 291 km from Carmarthen. You’ll find branches of Global Rent A Car and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Carmarthen using National Express or FlixBus. From Cardiff, the bus ride to Carmarthen takes 121 km and will cost you around $10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 233 km.

Plane

Although Carmarthen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), which is located 84 km from Carmarthen.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Carmarthen. The train station in Carmarthen is called Carmarthen, and is located 0.2 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Carmarthen is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 291 km from Carmarthen. You’ll find branches of Global Rent A Car and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Carmarthen using National Express or FlixBus. From Cardiff, the bus ride to Carmarthen takes 121 km and will cost you around $10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 233 km.

Airports near Carmarthen

EXTExeter
BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Carmarthen

KLM
Good (1,460 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,762 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,239 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,880 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,123 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,537 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,416 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,281 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,463 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,875 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (640 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,174 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (293 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (679 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,246 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,273 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (182 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (538 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Carmarthen

Most booked hotels in Carmarthen

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Spilman Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 2019 reviews)
$112+
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Picton-House
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 520 reviews)
$118+
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Boars Head Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1966 reviews)
$98+
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Travelodge St. Clears Carmarthen
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 12 reviews)
$46+
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Ivy Bush Royal Hotel by Compass Hospitality
3 stars
Good (7.2, 1901 reviews)
$100+
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Renting a car in Carmarthen

Expect to pay $6.78 per gallon in Carmarthen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.31 and $108.41. The most frequently booked car type in Carmarthen is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 24% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $6.78 per gallon in Carmarthen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.31 and $108.41. The most frequently booked car type in Carmarthen is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 24% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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