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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Carmarthen
Cheapest price
£146
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Carmarthen will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £146.
To travel from Birmingham to Carmarthen you need to make at least one change.
5:364h53Birmingham10:29Carmarthen£1461One-way1 change- 6:413h59Birmingham10:40Carmarthen£1751One-way1 change
- 6:413h59Birmingham10:40Carmarthen£1751One-way1 change
- 5:364h53Birmingham10:29Carmarthen£1461One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 178 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Carmarthen trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 Birmingham | 4h00 | 14:30 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 11:30 Birmingham | 3h59 | 15:29 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 12:30 Birmingham | 3h59 | 16:29 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 13:42 Birmingham | 3h39 | 17:21 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 14:30 Birmingham | 4h18 | 18:48 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 15:30 Birmingham | 4h01 | 19:31 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 16:12 Birmingham | 3h43 | 19:55 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 16:30 Birmingham | 3h57 | 20:27 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 17:42 Birmingham | 3h57 | 21:39 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 18:12 Birmingham | 4h43 | 22:55 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 19:30 Birmingham | 4h32 | 0:02 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 20:30 Birmingham | 5h07 | 1:37 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 22:12 Birmingham | 9h30 | 7:42 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 22:12 Birmingham | 10h13 | 8:25 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 5:36 Birmingham | 4h53 | 10:29 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 6:41 Birmingham | 3h59 | 10:40 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Carmarthen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Carmarthen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 21:12 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Carmarthen trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Carmarthen from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Carmarthen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Carmarthen
Most Birmingham to Carmarthen trains use the Birmingham New Street to Carmarthen station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Carmarthen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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: Yes.
Getting to Perry Barr from Birmingham city centre
Perry Barr is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Perry Barr train station facilities and services
Perry Barr has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Perry Barr.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Perry Barr. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Perry Barr: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Perry Barr: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Perry Barr: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Carmarthen station do trains from Birmingham 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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