Sheffield to Carmarthen train with Cross Country

Fri 19 Dec
+ Add return
Cross Country
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Rail
Deutsche Bahn
Regionale
1,000+ travel companies
Cross Country
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Rail
Deutsche Bahn
Regionale
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Carmarthen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £55.

Distance: 256 km

Compare train with

Train
Most popular
Coach

£75

Average Price

£31

Average Price

Cheapest

6h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 9m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

7h 41m

Average total duration

7h 11m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Sheffield to Carmarthen train times

The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Carmarthen trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transport_for_wales07:45 Sheffield
5h53
13:38 Carmarthen0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Sheffield 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.

Sun
21 Dec
Mon
22 Dec
Tue
23 Dec
Wed
24 Dec
Thu
25 Dec
Fri
26 Dec
Sat
27 Dec

Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield to Carmarthen

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Sheffield to Carmarthen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 18:32. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 5h 36m.

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 £25
Distance
256 km
Average train duration
6h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£55
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
5h 36m
First train
03:35
Last train
18:32
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 £25

Train companies: Cross Country from Sheffield to Carmarthen trainsCross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Carmarthen from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 58m
Cheapest Price
£199
Cross Country frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Sheffield to Carmarthen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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
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.
The train distance from Sheffield to Carmarthen is 256 km.
To get from Sheffield to Carmarthen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Sheffield to Carmarthen covers a distance of 256 km and takes approximately 5h 36m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Sheffield to Carmarthen leaves at 3:35.
The train journey from Sheffield to Carmarthen offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the rolling hills and lush landscapes of the Welsh countryside, providing a picturesque experience for travellers.
The last train from Sheffield to Carmarthen departs at 18:32.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Carmarthen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Sheffield to Carmarthen run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Carmarthen.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Carmarthen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £55, while the average price tends to be around £75.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Carmarthen.
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Carmarthen is by coach, costing approximately £25.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Carmarthen is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Carmarthen station (CMN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Carmarthen.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Carmarthen.
A day trip from Sheffield to Carmarthen is not feasible as the travel duration is 5h 36m. The journey covers a distance of 256 km. There are 5 trains available per day.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Carmarthen

Sheffield
Carmarthen
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your trip from Sheffield to Carmarthen.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • 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: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Sheffield
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.

More options for your journey from Sheffield to Carmarthen

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTrainsTrain Times to Carmarthen Sheffield to Carmarthen train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone