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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Carmarthen
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£259
Average price
£267
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
446 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Carmarthen will cost around £267 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £259.
Fast trains
To travel from Glasgow to Carmarthen you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:488h41
Glasgow14:29Carmarthen
£2591One-way
1 change
08:008h29
Glasgow16:29Carmarthen
£2591One-way
1 change
11:568h34
Glasgow20:30Carmarthen
£2591One-way
1 change
20:0614h23
Glasgow10:29Carmarthen
£2591One-way
1 change
04:288h03
Glasgow12:31Carmarthen
£2981One-way
2 changes
12:407h50
Glasgow20:30Carmarthen
£2981One-way
2 changes
08:387h51
Glasgow16:29Carmarthen
£2981One-way
2 changes
06:298h00
Glasgow14:29Carmarthen
£2981One-way
2 changes
04:288h03
Glasgow12:31Carmarthen
£2981One-way
2 changes
10:388h09
Glasgow18:47Carmarthen
£2981One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £194.
Distance: 446 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£199 Average Price | £74 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 42m Average total duration Fastest 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 45m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Glasgow to Carmarthen train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:29 Glasgow | 8h00 | 14:29 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 08:00 Glasgow | 8h29 | 16:29 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 08:38 Glasgow | 7h51 | 16:29 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 10:38 Glasgow | 8h09 | 18:47 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 11:56 Glasgow | 8h34 | 20:30 Carmarthen | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Carmarthen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Carmarthen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £194 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.
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 £51
Distance 446 km |
Average train duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £194 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 4m |
First train 04:04 |
Last train 16:40 |
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 £51
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Carmarthen trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Carmarthen from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 46m
Cheapest Price
£260
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Glasgow to Carmarthen train
FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Carmarthen.
Booking trains from Glasgow to Carmarthen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Glasgow to Carmarthen is 446 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Carmarthen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £194, while the average price tends to be around £199.
To get from Glasgow to Carmarthen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Glasgow to Carmarthen covers a distance of 446 km and takes approximately 8h 4m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Carmarthen is by coach, costing approximately £51.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Carmarthen is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at Carmarthen station (CMN).
The first train from Glasgow to Carmarthen leaves at 4:04.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Carmarthen.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Carmarthen.
The last train from Glasgow to Carmarthen departs at 16:40.
Trains from Glasgow to Carmarthen run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to Carmarthen.
There is no night train service from Glasgow to Carmarthen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Carmarthen
Glasgow
Carmarthen
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your trip from Glasgow to Carmarthen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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 Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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