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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carmarthen to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmarthen to Shrewsbury will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 14 trains that leave Carmarthen for Shrewsbury every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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.
4:464h16Carmarthen9:02Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes- 6:013h51Carmarthen9:52Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes
- 7:593h53Carmarthen11:52Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes
- 9:573h54Carmarthen13:51Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes
- 11:553h55Carmarthen15:50Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes
- 6:013h51Carmarthen9:52Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes
- 13:543h51Carmarthen17:45Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes
- 7:593h53Carmarthen11:52Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes
- 9:573h54Carmarthen13:51Shrewsbury£501One-way0 changes
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11:273h54Carmarthen15:21Shrewsbury£1071One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 142 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£37 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carmarthen to Shrewsbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Shrewsbury trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:20 Carmarthen | 5h16 | 23:36 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
| 20:20 Carmarthen | 4h10 | 0:30 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
| 4:46 Carmarthen | 4h16 | 9:02 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:01 Carmarthen | 3h51 | 9:52 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:23 Carmarthen | 3h58 | 11:21 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
| 7:59 Carmarthen | 3h53 | 11:52 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:21 Carmarthen | 4h01 | 13:22 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
| 9:57 Carmarthen | 3h54 | 13:51 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:27 Carmarthen | 3h54 | 15:21 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
| 11:55 Carmarthen | 3h55 | 15:50 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:54 Carmarthen | 3h51 | 17:45 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:20 Carmarthen | 4h34 | 18:54 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
| 15:56 Carmarthen | 3h55 | 19:51 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:19 Carmarthen | 4h06 | 20:25 Shrewsbury | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Shrewsbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Carmarthen to Shrewsbury run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Carmarthen to Shrewsbury trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Carmarthen and Shrewsbury from £27. 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 Shrewsbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Shrewsbury
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Parking
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WC
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Lost and Found Office
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Bike Rental
- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers.
- 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 4a. The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
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