The average train between Carmarthen and Cannock takes 6h 13m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Carmarthen to Cannock. 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 Cannock. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carmarthen is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Cannock at 9:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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5h 23m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Carmarthen to Cannock? 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 Cannock. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen station and arriving at Cannock station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.
Carmarthen to Cannock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.
Carmarthen to Cannock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Carmarthen to Cannock train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carmarthen and Cannock is 180.5 km. The road distance is 327 km.
You can take a train from Carmarthen to Cannock via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 41m.