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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 37 trains that leave Carmarthen station (CMN) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
G389476:011h44Carmarthen station (CMN)7:45Cardiff Central (CDF)£111One-way0 changes- G391585:322h07Carmarthen station (CMN)7:39Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way0 changes
- G3912121:401h58Carmarthen station (CMN)23:38Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way0 changes
- G3830617:571h50Carmarthen station (CMN)19:47Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way0 changes
- G3831720:001h55Carmarthen station (CMN)21:55Cardiff Central (CDF)£121One-way0 changes
- G39217+
W3543514:331h41Carmarthen station (CMN)16:14Cardiff Central (CDF)£291One-way1 change - G39241+G1505016:331h41Carmarthen station (CMN)18:14Cardiff Central (CDF)£291One-way1 change
- G38284+G150426:521h44Carmarthen station (CMN)8:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£291One-way1 change
- G389476:011h44Carmarthen station (CMN)7:45Cardiff Central (CDF)£111One-way0 changes
- G39205+W3518812:301h44Carmarthen station (CMN)14:14Cardiff Central (CDF)£291One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 88 km
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£13 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38955 | On time 11:59 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h51 | 13:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39205 | On time 12:30 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 2h08 | 14:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39205+W35188 | On time 12:30 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h44 | 14:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G38294 | On time 12:56 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h47 | 14:43 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38957 | On time 13:54 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h55 | 15:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35435 | On time 14:20 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h54 | 16:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39217+W35435 | On time 14:33 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h41 | 16:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G39217 | On time 14:33 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 2h05 | 16:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38300 | On time 14:55 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h51 | 16:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38959 | On time 16:04 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h47 | 17:51 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15050 | On time 16:19 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h55 | 18:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39241+G15050 | On time 16:33 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h41 | 18:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G39241 | On time 16:33 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 2h04 | 18:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38303 | On time 16:56 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h46 | 18:42 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38306 | On time 17:57 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h50 | 19:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35437 | On time 18:20 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h54 | 20:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39263 | On time 18:32 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 2h03 | 20:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38312 | On time 18:57 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h50 | 20:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38317 | On time 20:00 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h55 | 21:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15052 | On time 20:20 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h55 | 22:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39273 | On time 20:31 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 2h04 | 22:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39121 | On time 21:40 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h58 | 23:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39487 | On time 22:41 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h57 | 0:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
| G39158 | 5:32 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 2h07 | 7:39 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39158+W35167 | 5:32 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h46 | 7:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G38947 | 6:01 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h44 | 7:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38284 | 6:52 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h55 | 8:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38284+G15042 | 6:52 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h44 | 8:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W35432 | 7:23 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h53 | 9:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38950 | 7:57 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h53 | 9:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39180+W35178 | 8:30 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h45 | 10:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G39180 | 8:30 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 2h08 | 10:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15045 | 9:21 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h54 | 11:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38953 | 9:58 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h52 | 11:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39193 | 10:24 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 2h14 | 12:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15046+G39193 | 10:24 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h53 | 12:17 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W35434 | 11:27 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 1h47 | 13:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Carmarthen station (CMN) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £7. 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 station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen station (CMN) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Carmarthen station (CMN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Carmarthen to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Carmarthen station (CMN) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Carmarthen from Carmarthen city centre
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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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