The average train between Bolton and Carmarthen takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bolton and Carmarthen. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Carmarthen at 12:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Carmarthen station via Carmarthen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Bolton to Carmarthen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Carmarthen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carmarthen station.
Book your Bolton to Carmarthen train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bolton and Carmarthen is 229.8 km. The road distance is 413 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen 5 times a day. Tickets cost £95–170 and the journey takes 5h 6m.