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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Cardiff by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Carmarthen to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Carmarthen to Cardiff start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carmarthen to Cardiff?
The average train ride duration from Carmarthen to Cardiff is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 55 miles (89 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators service the Carmarthen to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff?
The earliest train departs from Carmarthen to Cardiff at 7:18am. And the latest train departs at 10:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Carmarthen to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Carmarthen to Cardiff?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Carmarthen to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Carmarthen to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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 Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carmarthen to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $56 for a train ticket from Carmarthen to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Carmarthen to Cardiff?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Carmarthen and Cardiff is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $12 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cardiff, choose the train, as it will take you from Carmarthen to Cardiff in about 1h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!
