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Barnstaple to Carmarthen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Carmarthen takes 6h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Carmarthen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 28m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
£115
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
  3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain train
  4. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain train
6h 8m
£87–178

Barnstaple to Carmarthen train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Carmarthen. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Carmarthen at 10:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 22m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 56m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales11h 49m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 55m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)10h 18m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 56m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 22m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 44m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 52m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 56m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 55m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales6h 11m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 229.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Carmarthen, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Carmarthen via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 6h 8m.

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