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Compare train and coach for Exeter to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 137 km
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£79 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Exeter to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Carmarthen trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 05:40
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 06:27 Exeter | 3h57 | 10:24 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 08:27 Exeter | 3h57 | 12:24 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
 | 08:53 Exeter | 4h56 | 13:49 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 10:27 Exeter | 3h57 | 14:24 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 10:43 Exeter | 5h05 | 15:48 Carmarthen | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Carmarthen
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Trains from Exeter to Carmarthen run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 17:06. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 4h 42m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 03:35 |
Last train 17:06 |
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 £31
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Carmarthen trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Carmarthen from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
£176
Cross Country frequency
6 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
£90
first_great_western frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Exeter to Carmarthen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.
Spending two to three days in Carmarthen allows visitors to explore its historic sites, enjoy local markets, and take in the surrounding natural beauty, such as the Brecon Beacons and coastal areas.
To get from Exeter to Carmarthen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Exeter to Carmarthen offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the rolling countryside and along the South Wales coastline, providing picturesque landscapes and glimpses of charming rural areas.
A day trip from Exeter to Carmarthen is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 42m. However, there are 16 trains per day covering the distance of 137 km.
Booking trains from Exeter 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 Exeter to Carmarthen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £65, while the average price tends to be around £79.
The train distance from Exeter to Carmarthen is 137 km.
The train journey from Exeter to Carmarthen covers a distance of 137 km and takes approximately 4h 42m. Trains run 16 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Carmarthen is by coach, costing approximately £31.
The first train from Exeter to Carmarthen leaves at 3:35.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Carmarthen is Exeter St Davids (EXD), and it arrives at Carmarthen station (CMN).
The last train from Exeter to Carmarthen departs at 17:06.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to Carmarthen.
Trains from Exeter to Carmarthen run approximately 16 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Carmarthen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to Carmarthen.
There is no night train service from Exeter to Carmarthen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Carmarthen
Exeter
Carmarthen
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your trip from Exeter to Carmarthen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
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 - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
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 Exeter.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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
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