- Recommended
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery presents local history, archaeology, textiles, and fine art in a compact town-centre museum worth a careful visit.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Carmarthen to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £174 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:34, the last at 14:37. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 6h 32m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £174 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 9:34 |
Last train 14:37 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Carmarthen to Blackburn trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Carmarthen and Blackburn from £174. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 32m
Cheapest Price
£190
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
3 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 48m
Cheapest Price
£174
Transport for Wales frequency
13 a day
Complete guide to Blackburn
Things to do in Blackburn
Discover the best of Blackburn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackburn trip today.
- Recommended
Haworth Art Gallery
Haworth Art Gallery in Accrington shows fine and decorative art in a historic house, with attractive grounds and changing exhibitions.
The Lewis Textile Museum
The Lewis Textile Museum explores Blackburn’s cotton heritage through machinery, displays, and practical insight into the town’s industrial past.
- Recommended
Corporation Park
Corporation Park is a Victorian park with formal gardens, lakes, sports areas, and elevated views, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
- Recommended
Witton Country Park
Witton Country Park offers broad green space, woodland paths, riverside walks, and family-friendly trails on the western edge of Blackburn.
- Recommended
Roddlesworth and Tockholes
The moorland routes around Roddlesworth and Tockholes offer reservoirs, woodland, and panoramic walking country popular with local hikers.
- Gluten-free
Blackburn Curry
A spiced South Asian-style lamb or chicken curry that became a Blackburn staple through the town’s strong curry house tradition.
Meat And Potato Pie
A flaky pie filled with minced beef and potato, long favoured across Lancashire as a hearty working-class meal.
Chorley Cake
A baked suet pudding with currants, often served with custard. It is a classic Lancashire dessert still known in East Lancashire.
Exchange Coffee Company
Well-known local bakery and café for Lancashire breakfasts, pies, sandwiches, cakes, and traditional baked goods.
Mr Fred's Bar and Lounge
Contemporary restaurant at Stanley House offering British dishes in an elegant country-house setting near Blackburn.
Akbar's
Stylish Indian restaurant known for refined curries, grills, and polished service in a modern setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in London or Manchester, and local buses are affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Transdev Go
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £7.50
To the city centre
Blackburn station -> Blackburn Town Centre, Blackburn
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- On Blackburn Bus Company buses, adult single fares are capped at £3 and can be bought from the driver, in the app, or by tapping on and off.
- Blackburn station is about a 5 min walk from Blackburn Town Centre and the bus station, so walking is usually the quickest arrival option.
FAQs: Carmarthen to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Blackburn 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 Blackburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Carmarthen to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £174, while the average price tends to be around £181.
The train journey from Carmarthen to Blackburn covers a distance of 244 km and takes approximately 6h 32m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Carmarthen to Blackburn is 244 km.
The first train from Carmarthen to Blackburn leaves at 9:34.
The last train from Carmarthen to Blackburn departs at 14:37.
Trains from Carmarthen to Blackburn run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carmarthen to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carmarthen to Blackburn.
To travel from Carmarthen to Blackburn, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Carmarthen to Blackburn.
The train station in Carmarthen that goes to Blackburn is Carmarthen station (CMN), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Blackburn is by train, costing approximately £174.
Booking trains from Carmarthen to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Carmarthen to Blackburn offers a mix of scenic views, including the picturesque Welsh countryside, rolling hills, and charming rural landscapes, particularly in the early stages of the trip. However, as the route progresses towards Blackburn, the scenery becomes more urban and industrial.
A day trip from Carmarthen to Blackburn is not feasible due to the travel duration of 6h 32m and the distance of 244 km. Trains run 2 times per day.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Blackburn is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions such as Blackburn Cathedral, the Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery, and nearby nature spots like Witton Country Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Carmarthen to Blackburn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Blackburn
Most Carmarthen to Blackburn trains use the Carmarthen to Blackburn station pair. Use this guide to compare Carmarthen and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Carmarthen
Arrival train stations in Blackburn
Which Carmarthen station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Trains from Carmarthen to Blackburn leave from Carmarthen. The station is from Carmarthen city centre at Carmarthen station, Station Road, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, SA31 2BE.
CarmarthenCarmarthen station, Station Road, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, SA31 2BE+44 3450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Carmarthen from Carmarthen city centre
BusT1x, T1, T1a · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
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.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Carmarthen arrive at?
Trains from Carmarthen to Blackburn arrive at Blackburn. Blackburn is from Blackburn city centre.
BlackburnBlackburn station, Railway Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1EX+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackburn from Blackburn city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
Blackburn train station facilities and services
Blackburn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackburn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackburn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackburn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackburn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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