The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgend to Carmarthen
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgend to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Carmarthen will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bridgend for Carmarthen every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bridgend to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 63 km
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£11 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bridgend to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Carmarthen trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:18 Bridgend | 1h32 | 10:50 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:28 Bridgend | 1h22 | 11:50 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:36 Bridgend | 2h14 | 13:50 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:50 Bridgend | 4h05 | 17:55 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bridgend to Carmarthen by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail, first_great_western or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Bridgend to Carmarthen.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail, first_great_western or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Bridgend to Carmarthen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bridgend to Carmarthen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgend to Carmarthen
Trains from Bridgend to Carmarthen run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 03:27 |
Last train 23:14 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bridgend to Carmarthen trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bridgend and Carmarthen from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bridgend to Carmarthen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend 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 Bridgend and Carmarthen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to the platform via a footpath with moderate gradient from Litchard Terrace.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on Wildmill Lane adjacent to Litchard Mission Hall
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop opposite the station entrance
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