Carmarthenshire Museum is close to several public bus routes that connect to towns and cities in the region.

From Carmarthen

The 279 service from Carmarthen to Llandeilo (via Llanarthne - Carmel) stops outside the Museum once in the morning coming from Carmarthen and twice in the afternoon travelling from Llandeilo. The service runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

The 280 service from Carmarthen to Llandovery (via Llandeilo and Nantgaredig) stops outside the Museum twice in the morning, once in the afternoon, and once in the evening coming from Carmarthen. Travelling from Llandovery, the service stops outside the Museum once in the morning, once in the afternoon, and twice in the evening. The service runs Mondays to Saturdays (excluding Bank Holidays).

The 281 service from Carmarthen to Llandovery (via Llandeilo and Nantgaredig) stops outside the Museum twice in the morning and twice in the afternoon coming from Carmarthen. Travelling from Llandovery, the service stops outside the Museum twice in the morning, once in the afternoon, and once in the evening. The service runs Mondays to Saturdays (excluding Bank Holidays).

The 282 service from Carmarthen to Brechfa stops outside the Museum once in the morning coming from Carmarthen. Travelling from Brechfa, the service stops outside the Museum once in the evening. The service runs Mondays to Saturdays (excluding Bank Holidays).

From Llanelli and Swansea

The 195 service from Llanelli to Carmarthen (via Pontyberem) departs roughly every 1-2 hours Mondays to Saturdays (excluding Bank Holidays). The service also stops at other Carmarthenshire towns and villages such as Furnace, Pen-y-Fai, Five Roads, Cynheidre, Pontyates, Pont-henri, Pontyberem, Bancffosfelen, Crwbin, Llangyndeyrn, Bancycapel and Cwmffrwd before arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station. From here, use one of the bus services above to travel to the Museum.

The 197 service from Llanelli to Carmarthen departs every two hours Mondays to Saturdays. The service also stops at other Carmarthenshire towns and villages such as Furnace, Pwll, Trimsaran, Carway, Pontyates, Meinciau, Pontantwn, Cloigyn, Bancycapel and Cwmffrwd before arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station. From here, use one of the bus services above to travel to the Museum.

The X11 service from Swansea to Carmarthen (via Llanelli) departs every hour Mondays to Saturdays. The service also stops at other Carmarthenshire towns and villages such as Pwll, Burry Port, Pembrey, Kidwelly, Mynyddygarreg, Llandyfaelog, Idole and Cwmffrwd before arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station. From here, use one of the bus services above to travel to the Museum.

From Aberystwyth and Cardigan

The T1/T1A/T1X/T1C service from Aberystwyth to Carmarthen (via Lampeter) departs roughly every hour Mondays to Saturdays. The service runs on Sundays and Bank Holidays where it departs roughly every two hours. The service also stops at other Carmarthenshire towns and villages such as Cwmann, Llanybydder, Pencarreg, Aber-Giar, Llanllwni, New Inn, Gwyddgrug, Pencader, Alltwalis, Pontarsais, Rhydargaeau, Peniel and Glangwili before arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station. From here, use one of the bus services above to travel to the Museum, or walk from Glangwili to the Museum (roughly 25 minutes walk from the nearest bus stop at HT Installations).

The 460 service from Cardigan to Carmarthen (via Newcastle Emlyn) departs roughly every hour Mondays to Saturdays (excluding Bank Holidays). The service also stops at other Carmarthenshire towns and villages such as Newcastle Emlyn, Pentrecagal, Waun-gilwen, Drefach, Llangeler, Saron, Rhos, Cwmduad, Cynwyl Elfed, Bronwydd Arms and Glangwili before arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station. From here, use one of the bus services above to travel to the Museum, or walk from Glangwili to the Museum (roughly 25 minutes walk from the nearest bus stop at HT Installations).

From Whitland and St Clears

The 224 service from Whitland to Carmarthen (via St Clears) departs three times a day Mondays to Saturdays (excluding Bank Holidays). The service also stops at other Carmarthenshire towns and villages such as Trevaughan, Llwyn-y-brain, Red Roses, Llandddowror, Pwll-trap, St Clears, Bancyfelin, Sarnau, Meidrim and Johnstown before arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station. From here, use one of the bus services above to travel to the Museum.

The 322 service from Haverfordwest to Carmarthen departs three times a day Mondays to Saturdays (excluding Bank Holidays). The service also stops at other Carmarthenshire towns and villages such as Whitland, Pwll-trap, St Clears and Johnstown before arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station. From here, use one of the bus services above to travel to the Museum.

From Ammanford

The 129 service Ammanford to Carmarthen departs every 2-3 hours Mondays to Saturdays (excluding Bank Holidays). The service also stops at other Carmarthenshire towns and villages such as Tir-y-Dail, Saron, Capel Hendre, Pen-y-groes, Gorslas, Cross Hands, Tumble, Cwm-mawr, Drefach, Porthyrhyd, Llanddarog, Cwmisfael, Nantycaws, Llangunnor and Tre-gynwer before arriving at Carmarthen Bus Station. From here, use one of the bus services above to travel to the Museum.

The nearest train station is in Carmarthen, just off the A484 and Carmarthen Bridge, opposite County Hall and the old Quay. The train station is no more than a 10 minute walk across the King Morgan Bridge over the River Towy to the bus station on Blue Street near the town centre. The Museum is a 50 minute walk from the train station.

From Llanelli and Swansea

There are regular trains from Llanelli to Carmarthen all week with journey times of no more than 32 minutes. There are also regular trains from Swansea to Carmarthen with journey times of no more than 47 minutes.

From Tenby

Trains depart roughly every hour from Tenby to Carmarthen all week with journey times taking no more than 45 minutes.

Visiting Carmarthenshire Museum is a great opportunity for a day of active travel. The Museum is located within the peaceful Bishop's Park that offers grassed areas and benches for picnics as well as pleasant pathways suitable for wheelchairs. 

Carmarthenshire Museum is situated in the beautiful Tywi Valley, which is perfect for both walking and cycling, with several public footpaths and the fabulous Tywi Valley Cycle Path nearby. 

Cycling

Carmarthenshire is renowned as the home of cycling in Wales with numerous opportunities to cycle on and off road.

The Museum lies at one end of the 16.7 mile-long Tywi Valley Cycle Path, which is expected to open fully in autumn/winter 2025, with the eastern end connecting with Ffairfach and Llandeilo. Attractions such as National Trust Dinefwr, Aberglasney Gardens, and Dryslwyn Castle will all be accessible from the Cycle Path. Just outside the boundary wall of the Bishop's Park, you'll find a car parking area dedicated to the Cycle Path. If you've parked elsewhere or cycled here, then you'll find a bicycle rack next to the Bishop's Park Reception, as well as an electric bike charger adjacent to the accessible parking spaces opposite the Museum entrance.

Currently, the Cycle Path takes you from the Museum to the village of Nantgaredig, around four miles away. Further stages will open throughout the year. The path is suitable for cyclists, walkers, and wheelchairs and follows the line of the old Carmarthen to Llandeilo railway. Historic sites to look out for along the way include Bronze Age burial mounds and a mysterious standing stone known locally as Merlin's Stone!

Connecting with the Tywi Valley Cycle Path is the National Cycle Network. National Cycle Route 47 runs from Newport to Fishguard, whilst taking in several towns and villages across Carmarthenshire, such as Llanelli, Tumble, Cross Hands, Porthyrhyd, Carmarthen, Bronwydd Arms, Talog and Trelech. Following Route 47 south from the Museum will bring you to the renowned National Botanic Garden of Wales and the British Bird of Prey Centre and, if you have the energy, all the way to one of our sister museums - Parc Howard Museum - in Llanelli. Heading north will take you past the fun-filled Gwili Steam Railway and on to the spectacular Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

National Cycle Route 4 also links up with Carmarthen and Llanelli via the coastal route, taking in the magnificent views across Carmarthen Bay and the Gower, then heading on around to the Pembrokeshire coast. Follow the path south to reach the family-friendly Pembrey Country Park and stop off at the vibrant community hub of Parc Y Bocs in Kidwelly on the way. Travelling westward offers a great opportunity to visit Dylan Thomas's last home at the Boathouse in Laugharne. While you're there, purchase a weekly ticket that gives you entry there and to the nearby Museum of Land Speed in Pendine as many times as you like over 7 days.

Alternatively, if you'd like to test yourself at the venue that developed 2024 Olympic Gold Medallist Emma Finucane, then book a session at Carmarthen Velodrome. This refurbished track is one of the oldest velodromes in Wales and dates back to 1900.

Walking

If walking is what you prefer, then there are plenty of trails locally for all ages and abilities.

In addition to the beautiful Tywi Valley Cycle Path above, there are two circular walks that begin and end at the Museum, known as the Gwili River and Railway Walk and the White Mill and Merlin's Hill Walk. Both walks offer opportunities to walk through tranquil landscapes and take in historical sites, such as a 2,000-year-old Iron Age fort and the remains of Carmarthen Tinplate Works.

Carmarthen itself is a pleasant market town, known as the 'oldest town in Wales', which is well worth exploring. Traces of its Roman heritage can be seen in the remains of an amphitheatre on the edge of town, whilst a Norman castle overlooks County Hall and the River Towy. St Peter's Church, at the other end of King Street from the castle, is the oldest building in continuous use in the town and hosts a Roman altar in its porch! 

To see more in Carmarthen and the Tywi Valley, feel free to ask our friendly Visitor Services team for recommendations, as they are all proud and accredited Carmarthenshire Tourism Ambassadors.