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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen to Portsmouth
Showing times and prices for 05 May
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
252 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carmarthen to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmarthen to Portsmouth will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Carmarthen for Portsmouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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.
11:555h52Carmarthen17:47Portsmouth£1051One-way0 changes
- 11:555h52Carmarthen17:47Portsmouth£1051One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 252 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£105 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carmarthen to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Portsmouth trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 11:55 Carmarthen | 5h52 | 17:47 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Carmarthen to Portsmouth by train or coach
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Why should you book Carmarthen to Portsmouth trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway as well as first_great_western or Transport for Wales offer trains services from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Portsmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Carmarthen to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 20:28. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 5h 52m.
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 £36
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 4:04 |
Last train 20:28 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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 £36
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Carmarthen to Portsmouth trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Carmarthen and Portsmouth from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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 52m
Cheapest Price
£105
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 22m
Cheapest Price
£167
first_great_western frequency
5 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 13m
Cheapest Price
£136
Transport for Wales frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Carmarthen to Portsmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Carmarthen to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £105, while the average price tends to be around £105.
The train journey from Carmarthen to Portsmouth covers a distance of 252 km and takes approximately 5h 52m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Carmarthen to Portsmouth is 252 km.
The first train from Carmarthen to Portsmouth leaves at 4:04.
The last train from Carmarthen to Portsmouth departs at 20:28.
Trains from Carmarthen to Portsmouth run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
To get from Carmarthen to Portsmouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
The train station in Carmarthen that goes to Portsmouth is Carmarthen station (CMN), and it arrives at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Portsmouth is by coach, costing approximately £36.
Booking trains from Carmarthen to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth offers a scenic experience as it traverses through picturesque Welsh landscapes, rolling hills, and coastal views, particularly around the South Wales coast and the countryside of southern England.
A day trip from Carmarthen to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 52m. However, there are 4 trains per day covering the distance of 252 km.
A visit to Portsmouth typically requires 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and Southsea Beach.
Yes, you can take the train from Carmarthen to Portsmouth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Portsmouth
Carmarthen
Portsmouth
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 Portsmouth.
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 Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your journey to Portsmouth from Carmarthen.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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 in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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