The average train between Carmarthen and Birmingham NEC takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Carmarthen to Birmingham NEC. 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 hourly between Carmarthen and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carmarthen is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Carmarthen to Birmingham NEC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen station and arriving at Birmingham NEC station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Carmarthen to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.
Carmarthen to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Carmarthen to Birmingham NEC train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carmarthen and Birmingham NEC is 188.6 km. The road distance is 311 km.
You can take a train from Carmarthen to Birmingham NEC via Cardiff Central, Birmingham New Street, and Birmingham International in around 5h 1m.