Bus from Pontyates to Carmarthen
2 direct routes · 24–40 min · first bus 06:31, last bus 18:59 (weekdays).
Next buses to Carmarthen as of 10:11
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Pontyates, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 195 | First South & West Wales | ~40 min | 8 | Sat 8 · no Sunday buses | 06:31 | 18:02 | Gwendraeth Arms | Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2 | Pont-Henri, Pontyberem, Bancffosfelen, Crwbin, Llangyndeyrn, Bancycapel & 3 more |
| 197 | First South & West Wales | ~24 min | 7 | Sat 7 · no Sunday buses | 07:47 | 18:59 | Post Office | Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2 | Mansant, Meinciau, Pontantwn, Cloigyn, Bancycapel, Cwmffrwd & 1 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Pontyates on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 195 bus or 197 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Pontyates to Carmarthen?
2 routes run directly from Pontyates to Carmarthen: the 195 (First South & West Wales), the 197 (First South & West Wales). The most frequent is the 195, 8 times each weekday — board at Gwendraeth Arms and get off at Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2, about 40 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Pontyates to Carmarthen?
Between 24 minutes on the 197 and 40 on the 195, depending on which route you catch and on traffic. It calls at Pont-Henri, Pontyberem, Bancffosfelen, Crwbin and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Pontyates to Carmarthen?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:31 and the last around 18:59. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Pontyates to Carmarthen?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices.