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5:155h25Bournemouth10:40Carmarthen£2481One-way2 changes
8:404h50Bournemouth13:30Carmarthen£2531One-way1 change- 10:454h44Bournemouth15:29Carmarthen£2531One-way1 change
- 12:454h36Bournemouth17:21Carmarthen£2531One-way1 change
- 16:454h54Bournemouth21:39Carmarthen£2531One-way1 change
- 12:454h36Bournemouth17:21Carmarthen£2531One-way1 change
- 10:454h44Bournemouth15:29Carmarthen£2531One-way1 change
- 8:404h50Bournemouth13:30Carmarthen£2531One-way1 change
- 16:454h54Bournemouth21:39Carmarthen£2531One-way1 change
- 5:155h25Bournemouth10:40Carmarthen£2481One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £87. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £87, and a train costs an average of £237.
Distance: 211 km
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Carmarthen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:15 Bournemouth | 5h25 | 10:40 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 8:40 Bournemouth | 4h50 | 13:30 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 10:45 Bournemouth | 4h44 | 15:29 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 12:45 Bournemouth | 4h36 | 17:21 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 16:45 Bournemouth | 4h54 | 21:39 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 19:45 Bournemouth | 14h55 | 10:40 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Carmarthen
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Trains from Bournemouth to Carmarthen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £237 but you can travel from only £87 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £237 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 4:38 |
Last train 18:57 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Carmarthen trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Carmarthen from £87. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Carmarthen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Carmarthen
Most Bournemouth to Carmarthen trains use the Bournemouth to Carmarthen station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Carmarthen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Carmarthen leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Carmarthen station do trains from Bournemouth 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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