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Trip Overview

The average train between Carmarthen and Bournemouth takes 6h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Carmarthen to Bournemouth. 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 21m
Duration
220 mi
Distance
£108
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Carmarthen to Bournemouth train times

Trains run hourly between Carmarthen and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carmarthen is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 10:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 5m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 5m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 56m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 3m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 4m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 5m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway6h 5m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 41m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carmarthen to Bournemouth? 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.

Map of how to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 220 mi
  • Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Bournemouth via Cardiff Central and Southampton Central in around 5h 56m.

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