Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Carmarthen | Reading | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carmarthen | Reading | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carmarthen | Reading | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carmarthen | Reading | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carmarthen | Reading | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Carmarthen to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £46
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carmarthen to Reading by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Carmarthen to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Carmarthen to Reading start from £46. The average price for this train route is around £62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carmarthen to Reading?
The average train journey time from Carmarthen to Reading is 3h 26m, covering a distance of 146 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Carmarthen to Reading route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carmarthen to Reading?
The earliest train from Carmarthen to Reading departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 19:20.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carmarthen to Reading was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £44To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carmarthen to Reading as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £44 to £229 for a train ticket from Carmarthen to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £44, which is on 2025-12-01.
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