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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Carmarthen
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- €36
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- €37
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 2 h 51 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 2 h 57 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 3
- Distance
- 126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Carmarthen will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 3 trains from Bristol to Carmarthen, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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.
8:58 AM 2h51 Bristol 11:49 AM Carmarthen €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:33 AM 2h57 Bristol 1:30 PM Carmarthen €38 1 One-way 0 transfers10:29 AM 3h03 Bristol 1:32 PM Carmarthen €38 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:58 AM 2h51 Bristol 11:49 AM Carmarthen €36 1 One-way 0 transfers10:33 AM 2h57 Bristol 1:30 PM Carmarthen €38 1 One-way 0 transfers10:29 AM 3h03 Bristol 1:32 PM Carmarthen €38 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Carmarthen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Carmarthen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 3:27 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Bristol to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Carmarthen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:58 AM Bristol | 2h51 | 11:49 AM Carmarthen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:29 AM Bristol | 3h03 | 1:32 PM Carmarthen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:33 AM Bristol | 2h57 | 1:30 PM Carmarthen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales from Bristol to Carmarthen trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Bristol and Carmarthen from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and Carmarthen
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Carmarthen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Carmarthen by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carmarthen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Carmarthen
Most Bristol to Carmarthen trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Carmarthen station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Carmarthen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Carmarthen station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Carmarthen from Carmarthen city centre
Carmarthen train station facilities and services
Carmarthen has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carmarthen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carmarthen.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carmarthen: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carmarthen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carmarthen: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access is available to Platform 1. Platform 2 can be accessed via the ramp at the end of Platform 1 and across a foot crossing, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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