Carmarthen to Brighton train with Great Western Rail

Tue 25 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£195

Average price

£195

Fastest journey

5 h 17 m

Average duration

5 h 18 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

311 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carmarthen to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Carmarthen to Brighton will cost around £195 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £195.

Fast trains

To travel from Carmarthen to Brighton you need to make at least 3 changes.

Transport for Wales
07:595h58
Carmarthen
13:57Brighton
£1951One-way
3 changes
Transport for Wales
09:576h00
Carmarthen
15:57Brighton
£1951One-way
3 changes
Transport for Wales
11:566h08
Carmarthen
18:04Brighton
£1951One-way
3 changes
Transport for Wales
12:585h37
Carmarthen
18:35Brighton
£1951One-way
3 changes
Transport for Wales
13:566h08
Carmarthen
20:04Brighton
£1951One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £67, and a coach costs an average of £68.

Distance: 311 km

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Coach

£67

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Cheapest

£68

Average Price

5h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 54m

Average total duration

9h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Carmarthen to Brighton train times

The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Brighton trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:36 Carmarthen
7h29
12:05 Brighton0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Brighton

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Trains from Carmarthen to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 311 km distance in 5h 36m.

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
311 km
Average train duration
5h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£67
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
5h 36m
First train
04:05
Last train
19:39
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 Rail, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Carmarthen to Brighton trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Carmarthen and Brighton from £67. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 36m
Cheapest Price
£67
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 21m
Cheapest Price
£223
first_great_western frequency
4 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Cheapest Price
£196
Transport for Wales frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Carmarthen to Brighton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
In Brighton, you can explore the vibrant street art scene with guided tours, visit the British Airways i360 for panoramic views, enjoy performances at the Brighton Dome, and take a scenic walk along the Undercliff Walk. Experience the nightlife in lively bars and clubs. Best sights include the exotic Royal Pavilion, historic Brighton Pier, popular Brighton Beach, charming Lanes, and the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Brighton's main attractions, enjoy its vibrant culture, and relax by the seaside.
A day trip from Carmarthen to Brighton is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 36m and the frequency of trains is 5 per day. The distance is 311 km.
The train distance from Carmarthen to Brighton is 311 km.
Booking trains from Carmarthen to Brighton 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 Brighton covers a distance of 311 km and takes approximately 5h 36m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train journey from Carmarthen to Brighton offers scenic views, particularly through the Welsh countryside and along parts of the South Downs in England, providing picturesque landscapes and a glimpse of the rural areas.
The first train from Carmarthen to Brighton leaves at 4:05.
The cost of a train ticket from Carmarthen to Brighton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £67, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The last train from Carmarthen to Brighton departs at 19:39.
Trains from Carmarthen to Brighton run approximately 5 times per day.
To get from Carmarthen to Brighton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Brighton is by train, costing approximately £67.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carmarthen to Brighton.
The train station in Carmarthen that goes to Brighton is Carmarthen station (CMN), and it arrives at Brighton station (BTN).
There is no night train service from Carmarthen to Brighton.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carmarthen to Brighton.
Yes, you can take the train from Carmarthen to Brighton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Brighton

Carmarthen
Brighton
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 Brighton.
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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