The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen to Bridgend
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carmarthen to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmarthen to Bridgend will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 14 trains that leave Carmarthen for Bridgend every day 9 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 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
G55551 · G56102
G56090
G56385
G56397
G56099
G55355
G56090
C27689
G56385
G56099+
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Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Bridgend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Bridgend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 63 km
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2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carmarthen to Bridgend train times
The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Bridgend trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G56054 | On time 11:56 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h32 | 13:28 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56305 | On time 12:36 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h29 | 14:05 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56305+ G04970 | On time 12:36 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h15 | 13:51 Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 change | |
G55319 | On time 13:04 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h18 | 14:22 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G04972 | On time 13:30 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h24 | 14:54 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56056 | On time 13:56 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h29 | 15:25 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56315+ G04973 | On time 14:28 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h26 | 15:54 Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 change | |
G56315 | On time 14:28 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h40 | 16:08 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G55326 | On time 14:56 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h26 | 16:22 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G04975 | On time 15:28 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h25 | 16:53 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56058 | On time 15:58 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h23 | 17:21 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56335 | On time 16:29 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h40 | 18:09 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56335+ G04977 | On time 16:29 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h25 | 17:54 Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 change | |
G55329 | On time 16:56 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h26 | 18:22 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G04978 | On time 17:30 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h33 | 19:03 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G55334 | On time 18:00 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h21 | 19:21 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56356 | On time 18:35 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h32 | 20:07 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56356+ G04979 | On time 18:35 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h19 | 19:54 Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 change | |
G55338 | On time 18:56 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h26 | 20:22 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G04883 · G04980 | On time 19:19 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h34 | 20:53 Bridgend station (BGN) | 1 change | |
G55321 | On time 19:56 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h31 | 21:27 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56365 | On time 20:40 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h33 | 22:13 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G56224 | On time 21:37 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h42 | 23:19 Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 09:35 Carmarthen | 1h31 | 11:06 Bridgend | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:48 Carmarthen | 1h37 | 11:25 Bridgend | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Bridgend
Trains from Carmarthen to Bridgend run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Carmarthen to Bridgend trainsTransport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Carmarthen and Bridgend from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carmarthen to Bridgend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Bridgend
- 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
- 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
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