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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Carmarthen
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Carmarthen will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Carmarthen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 226 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 28 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.
19:435h28Derby1:11Carmarthen£361One-way0 changes- 11:384h54Derby16:32Carmarthen£1201One-way0 changes
- 11:384h54Derby16:32Carmarthen£1201One-way0 changes
- 19:435h28Derby1:11Carmarthen£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 226 km
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£92 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Derby to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Carmarthen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 11:38 Derby | 4h54 | 16:32 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Carmarthen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Carmarthen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 14:57. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 6:37 |
Last train 14:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to Carmarthen trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Carmarthen from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Carmarthen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Carmarthen 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 Carmarthen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Carmarthen
Most Derby to Carmarthen trains use the Derby to Carmarthen station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Carmarthen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Carmarthen leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: Yes.
Which Carmarthen station do trains from Derby arrive at?
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.
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