The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontyclun to Carmarthen
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontyclun to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontyclun to Carmarthen will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 3 trains that leave Pontyclun for Carmarthen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Live departures
Pontyclun to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Pontyclun to Carmarthen trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:55 Pontyclun | 1h50 | 06:45 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:04 Pontyclun | 1h46 | 09:50 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontyclun to Carmarthen
Trains from Pontyclun to Carmarthen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 03:35 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail from Pontyclun to Carmarthen trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Pontyclun and Carmarthen from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Pontyclun to Carmarthen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontyclun 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontyclun and Carmarthen
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from the station car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Swansea) from Station Terrace. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a long detour via Station Terrace and Station Approach.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are in Cowbridge Road and Llantrisant Road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside The Windsor pub adjacent to the station car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop opposite the station entrance
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