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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield to Carmarthen
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
7 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Carmarthen will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wakefield for Carmarthen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 277 km distance in an average of 7 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 2 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.
9:337h02Wakefield16:35Carmarthen£691One-way0 changes
- 9:337h02Wakefield16:35Carmarthen£691One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wakefield to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 277 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£69 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 25m Average total duration 16h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wakefield to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Carmarthen trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:27 Wakefield | 6h02 | 16:29 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 11:27 Wakefield | 5h54 | 17:21 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 12:27 Wakefield | 6h21 | 18:48 Carmarthen | 2 changes | |
| 14:27 Wakefield | 5h28 | 19:55 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 15:27 Wakefield | 6h12 | 21:39 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| 20:27 Wakefield | 11h58 | 8:25 Carmarthen | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
| 9:33 Wakefield | 7h02 | 16:35 Carmarthen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield to Carmarthen
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Trains from Wakefield to Carmarthen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 18:03. The fastest train covers the 277 km distance in 7h 2m.
Distance 277 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 2m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 18:03 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Wakefield to Carmarthen trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Wakefield and Carmarthen from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wakefield to Carmarthen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Carmarthen
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Hotel
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Lost and Found Office
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
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TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- 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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