Oxford to Carmarthen train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:314h09
    Oxford
    10:40Carmarthen
    £1711One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:323h57
    Oxford
    15:29Carmarthen
    £1711One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    13:313h50
    Oxford
    17:21Carmarthen
    £1711One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    17:314h08
    Oxford
    21:39Carmarthen
    £1711One-way
    1 change
  • Cross Country
    9:433h47
    Oxford
    13:30Carmarthen
    £1751One-way
    1 change

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Compare train and coach for Oxford to Carmarthen

The cheapest option from Oxford to Carmarthen is coach, with an average price of £40. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Carmarthen among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 210 km

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Coach

£69

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£40

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Cheapest option

3h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest option

3h 15m

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30m

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8h 36m

Average total duration

8h 6m

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Live departures

Oxford to Carmarthen train times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Carmarthen trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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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 train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book Oxford to Carmarthen trains with Omio?

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

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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Oxford to Carmarthen, including direct trains, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 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
Lowest ticket price
£53
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
£53
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
£175
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£137
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.

FAQs
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).
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.
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

Most Oxford to Carmarthen trains use the Oxford to Carmarthen station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Carmarthen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Oxford
Arrival train stations in Carmarthen

Which Oxford station do trains to Carmarthen leave from?

Trains from Oxford to Carmarthen leave from Oxford. The station is 1 km from Oxford city centre at Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS.
OxfordOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre

BusS1, Ns1 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~12 min
5, 3, 3A, 400, N3, N400 · 9m · £2 · every ~66 min
X1, X15, 600 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min
X20, 120 · 10m · every ~10 min

Oxford train station facilities and services

Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Oxford.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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.

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