Oxford to Carmarthen train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Carmarthen

Showing times and prices for 10 Apr

Cheapest price

£175

Average price

£175

Fastest journey

3 h 47 m

Average duration

3 h 58 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

210 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Carmarthen will cost around £175 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £175.

Fast trains

To travel from Oxford to Carmarthen you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:314h09
    Oxford
    10:40Carmarthen
    £1751One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:323h57
    Oxford
    15:29Carmarthen
    £1751One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    13:313h50
    Oxford
    17:21Carmarthen
    £1751One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    17:314h08
    Oxford
    21:39Carmarthen
    £1751One-way
    1 change
  • Cross Country
    9:433h47
    Oxford
    13:30Carmarthen
    £1781One-way
    1 change

Live departures

Oxford to Carmarthen train times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Carmarthen trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:31 Oxford
4h09
10:40 Carmarthen1 change
Cross Country9:43 Oxford
3h47
13:30 Carmarthen1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)11:32 Oxford
3h57
15:29 Carmarthen1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)13:31 Oxford
3h50
17:21 Carmarthen1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)17:31 Oxford
4h08
21:39 Carmarthen1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Oxford to Carmarthen by coach or train

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Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or first_great_western offer trains services from Oxford to Carmarthen.
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Oxford to Carmarthen

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Trains from Oxford to Carmarthen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 3h 50m.

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
210 km
Average train duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£54
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 50m
First train
4:04
Last train
18:57
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 Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western from Oxford to Carmarthen trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Oxford and Carmarthen from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£54
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 41m
Cheapest Price
£180
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£157
first_great_western frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Oxford to Carmarthen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Oxford to Carmarthen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £54, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Oxford to Carmarthen covers a distance of 210 km and takes approximately 3h 50m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Oxford to Carmarthen is 210 km.
The first train from Oxford to Carmarthen leaves at 4:04.
The last train from Oxford to Carmarthen departs at 18:57.
Trains from Oxford to Carmarthen run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Oxford to Carmarthen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Oxford to Carmarthen.
To get from Oxford to Carmarthen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Oxford to Carmarthen.
The train station in Oxford that goes to Carmarthen is Oxford station (OXF), and it arrives at Carmarthen station (CMN).
The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Carmarthen is by train, costing approximately £54.
Booking trains from Oxford to Carmarthen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Oxford to Carmarthen offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of the Cotswolds and the Brecon Beacons, providing a visually pleasing experience with rolling hills and charming villages.
A day trip from Oxford to Carmarthen is not feasible, as the journey duration is 3h 50m and the distance is 210 km. There are 6 trains per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford to Carmarthen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Carmarthen

Oxford
Carmarthen
The major train station for departures in Oxford is Oxford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford for your trip from Oxford to Carmarthen.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Situated 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. 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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oxford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
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