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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Carmarthen
Showing times and prices for 26 May
Cheapest price
£173
Average price
£174
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 £174 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £173.
Fast trains
To travel from Oxford to Carmarthen you need to make at least one change.
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6:314h09Oxford10:40Carmarthen£1731One-way1 change- 11:323h57Oxford15:29Carmarthen£1731One-way1 change
- 13:313h50Oxford17:21Carmarthen£1731One-way1 change
- 17:314h08Oxford21:39Carmarthen£1731One-way1 change
9:433h47Oxford13:30Carmarthen£1771One-way1 change
- 9:433h47Oxford13:30Carmarthen£1771One-way1 change
- 13:313h50Oxford17:21Carmarthen£1731One-way1 change
- 11:323h57Oxford15:29Carmarthen£1731One-way1 change
- 17:314h08Oxford21:39Carmarthen£1731One-way1 change
- 6:314h09Oxford10:40Carmarthen£1731One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 210 km
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£70 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oxford to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Carmarthen trains for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 9:29 Oxford | 4h03 | 13:32 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:29 Oxford | 4h03 | 14:32 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 26 May | |||||
| 6:31 Oxford | 4h09 | 10:40 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Oxford to Carmarthen by train or coach
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Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Oxford to Carmarthen.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Oxford to Carmarthen.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Carmarthen.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oxford to Carmarthen.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Carmarthen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Carmarthen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
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 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £37
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford to Carmarthen trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford and Carmarthen from £37. 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
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 43m
Cheapest Price
£177
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£139
Great Western Railway (GWR) 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.
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 £70.
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 train and coach.
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 coach, costing approximately £37.
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
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- 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
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 Oxford.
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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