Carmarthen to Exeter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85.3 miles 137.3 km · straight line
171.1 miles actual route 275.4 km · driving distance
3h 18min estimated drive time
£26 - £32 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Carmarthen from Exeter?

The distance from Carmarthen to Exeter is 85.3 miles (137.3 km) as the crow flies. Exeter is located SSE of Carmarthen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 171.1 miles, taking about 3h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carmarthen and Exeter. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Carmarthen to Exeter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 18min £26 - £32 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 58min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 8min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carmarthen & Exeter

Quick Facts

Carmarthen
51.86°N, 4.31°W
Europe/London
23m elevation
Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 291.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM