4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen to Swansea
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carmarthen to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmarthen to Swansea will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 6 trains that leave Carmarthen for Swansea every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.
L649968:290h48Carmarthen station (CMN)9:17Swansea station (SWA)£111One-way0 changes- L6479511:550h51Carmarthen station (CMN)12:46Swansea station (SWA)£121One-way0 changes
- L647939:570h52Carmarthen station (CMN)10:49Swansea station (SWA)£121One-way0 changes
- L6500610:300h47Carmarthen station (CMN)11:17Swansea station (SWA)£121One-way0 changes
P228019:210h46Carmarthen station (CMN)10:07Swansea station (SWA)£151One-way0 changes
- P228019:210h46Carmarthen station (CMN)10:07Swansea station (SWA)£151One-way0 changes
- P2280511:270h46Carmarthen station (CMN)12:13Swansea station (SWA)£151One-way0 changes
- L6500610:300h47Carmarthen station (CMN)11:17Swansea station (SWA)£121One-way0 changes
- L649968:290h48Carmarthen station (CMN)9:17Swansea station (SWA)£111One-way0 changes
- L6479511:550h51Carmarthen station (CMN)12:46Swansea station (SWA)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carmarthen to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 36 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carmarthen to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L64996 | 7:29 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 0h48 | 8:17 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22801 | On time 8:21 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 0h46 | 9:07 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L64793 | 8:57 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 0h52 | 9:49 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L65006 | 9:30 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 0h47 | 10:17 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22805 | 10:27 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 0h46 | 11:13 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L64795 | 10:55 Carmarthen station (CMN) | 0h51 | 11:46 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Swansea
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Trains from Carmarthen to Swansea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 45m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Carmarthen to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Carmarthen and Swansea from £5. 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 Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Swansea 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 Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Carmarthen and Swansea
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
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
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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