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Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen, starting from QAR 23.97 and averaging QAR 23.97. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 3m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:08 2h 22m, Changes required Cardiff Bay	18:30 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
16:26 2h 25m, Changes required Cardiff Bay	18:51 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
17:26 2h 6m, Changes required Cardiff Bay	19:32 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
18:26 2h 3m, Changes required Cardiff Bay	20:29 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
18:56 2h 6m, Changes required Cardiff Bay	21:02 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
19:26 2h 12m, Changes required Cardiff Bay	21:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen Train Route Details

First train

07:08

Last train

23:54

Departure station

Cardiff Bay

Arrival station

Carmarthen

Journey time

2h 3m

Distance

90 km

Price

QAR 23.97*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Bay to Carmarthen train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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