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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Carmarthen
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£206
Average price
£206
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
329 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Carmarthen will cost around £206 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £206.
Fast trains
To travel from Chelmsford to Carmarthen you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:414h59
Chelmsford10:40Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
08:434h45
Chelmsford13:28Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
10:484h40
Chelmsford15:28Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
12:484h33
Chelmsford17:21Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
15:094h45
Chelmsford19:54Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
12:484h33
Chelmsford17:21Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
10:484h40
Chelmsford15:28Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
08:434h45
Chelmsford13:28Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
15:094h45
Chelmsford19:54Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
05:414h59
Chelmsford10:40Carmarthen
£2061One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Chelmsford to Carmarthen train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:05
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:41 Chelmsford | 4h59 | 10:40 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 08:43 Chelmsford | 4h45 | 13:28 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 10:48 Chelmsford | 4h40 | 15:28 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 12:48 Chelmsford | 4h33 | 17:21 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 15:09 Chelmsford | 4h45 | 19:54 Carmarthen | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Carmarthen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chelmsford to Carmarthen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £208 if you book in advance.
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 329 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £208 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 16:25 |
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, Abellio Greater Anglia from Chelmsford to Carmarthen trainsGreat Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Chelmsford and Carmarthen from £208. 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
6h 43m
Cheapest Price
£70
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
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 33m
Cheapest Price
£207
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Chelmsford to Carmarthen train
FAQs: Travel by train from Chelmsford to Carmarthen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chelmsford to Carmarthen.
The train distance from Chelmsford to Carmarthen is 329 km.
Booking trains from Chelmsford to Carmarthen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Chelmsford to Carmarthen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £208, while the average price tends to be around £208.
The train journey from Chelmsford to Carmarthen covers a distance of 329 km and takes approximately 4h 33m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Carmarthen is by train, costing approximately £208.
The train station in Chelmsford that goes to Carmarthen is Chelmsford station (CHM), and it arrives at Carmarthen station (CMN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Chelmsford to Carmarthen.
The first train from Chelmsford to Carmarthen leaves at 4:00.
The last train from Chelmsford to Carmarthen departs at 16:25.
Yes, you can take the train from Chelmsford to Carmarthen.
Trains from Chelmsford to Carmarthen run approximately 3 times per day.
To travel from Chelmsford to Carmarthen, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Chelmsford to Carmarthen.
There is no night train service from Chelmsford to Carmarthen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chelmsford and Carmarthen
Chelmsford
Carmarthen
The major train station for departures in Chelmsford is Chelmsford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chelmsford for your trip from Chelmsford to Carmarthen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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 each platform. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the Ground Floor, near the lifts.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is a dedicated Cycle Point, with free cycle parking, plus secure cycle parking and premium cycle parking. This is in Park Road, opposite the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Chelmsford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Carmarthen is Carmarthen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carmarthen for your journey to Carmarthen from Chelmsford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
Most popular train connections from Chelmsford
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