Carmarthen to Blackpool train with Great Western Railway (GWR)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 14 May

Cheapest price

£175

Average price

£176

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 £176 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.

  • Transport for Wales
    13:546h42
    Carmarthen
    20:36Blackpool
    £1751One-way
    2 changes
  • Transport for Wales
    13:546h42
    Carmarthen
    20:36Blackpool
    £1771One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £127.

Distance: 234 km

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£127

Average Price

£39

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8h 3m

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7h 33m

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11h 30m

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Live departures

Carmarthen to Blackpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Thursday 14 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
Transport for Wales13:54 Carmarthen
6h42
20:36 Blackpool3 changes
Transport for Wales13:54 Carmarthen
6h42
20:36 Blackpool2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Carmarthen to Blackpool by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Blackpool

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Trains from Carmarthen to Blackpool run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £127 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 13:54. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 7h 33m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance
234 km
Average train duration
7h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£127
Trains per day
15
Fastest train
7h 33m
First train
5:35
Last train
13:54
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Carmarthen to Blackpool trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Carmarthen and Blackpool from £39. 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 35m
Cheapest Price
£191
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
1 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
£175
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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Carmarthen to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £127, while the average price tends to be around £127.
The train journey from Carmarthen to Blackpool covers a distance of 234 km and takes approximately 7h 33m. Trains run 15 per day.
The train distance from Carmarthen to Blackpool is 234 km.
The first train from Carmarthen to Blackpool leaves at 5:35.
The last train from Carmarthen to Blackpool departs at 13:54.
Trains from Carmarthen to Blackpool run approximately 15 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 get from Carmarthen to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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 coach, costing approximately £39.
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 7h 33m. 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.

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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
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
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

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