The average train between Carmarthen and Harlech takes 8h 37m and the fastest train takes 7h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Carmarthen to Harlech. 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 Carmarthen and Harlech. The earliest departure is at 4:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Carmarthen is at 4:41 PM which arrives into Harlech at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 8h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Carmarthen to Harlech? 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 Harlech. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen station and arriving at Harlech station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.
Carmarthen to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.
Carmarthen to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Harlech station.
Book your Carmarthen to Harlech train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Carmarthen and Harlech is 112.4 km. The road distance is 448 km.
You can take a train from Carmarthen to Harlech via Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction in around 8h 37m.