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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for 30 Mar
Cheapest price
£175
Average price
£177
Fastest journey
6 h 42 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
234 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carmarthen to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmarthen to Blackpool will cost around £177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £175.
Fast trains
To travel from Carmarthen to Blackpool you need to make at least 2 changes.
13:546h42Carmarthen20:36Blackpool£1751One-way2 changes- 13:546h42Carmarthen20:36Blackpool£1781One-way3 changes
- 13:546h42Carmarthen20:36Blackpool£1781One-way3 changes
- 13:546h42Carmarthen20:36Blackpool£1751One-way2 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Blackpool
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Trains from Carmarthen to Blackpool run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £174 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:51, the last at 14:32. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 6h 15m.
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 234 km |
Average train duration 8h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £174 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 06:51 |
Last train 14:32 |
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: first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Carmarthen to Blackpool trainsfirst_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Carmarthen and Blackpool from £174. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 33m
Cheapest Price
£206
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 15m
Cheapest Price
£174
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Carmarthen to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Blackpool 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 Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Carmarthen to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £174, while the average price tends to be around £176.
The train journey from Carmarthen to Blackpool covers a distance of 234 km and takes approximately 6h 15m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Carmarthen to Blackpool is 234 km.
The first train from Carmarthen to Blackpool leaves at 6:51.
The last train from Carmarthen to Blackpool departs at 14:32.
Trains from Carmarthen to Blackpool run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carmarthen to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carmarthen to Blackpool.
To travel from Carmarthen to Blackpool, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Carmarthen to Blackpool.
The train station in Carmarthen that goes to Blackpool is Carmarthen station (CMN), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Blackpool is by train, costing approximately £174.
Booking trains from Carmarthen to Blackpool 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 Blackpool offers varied scenery, including picturesque Welsh landscapes, rolling hills, and glimpses of the coastline, providing a pleasant visual experience.
A day trip from Carmarthen to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 15m. There are 16 train trips per day.
To fully enjoy Blackpool's attractions, including the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Carmarthen to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Blackpool
Carmarthen
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Carmarthen is Carmarthen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carmarthen for your trip from Carmarthen to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Carmarthen
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop opposite the station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your journey to Blackpool from Carmarthen.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- 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 Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Layton
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
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