The average train between Carmarthen and Newtown (Powys) takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Carmarthen to Newtown (Powys). 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 3 hours between Carmarthen and Newtown (Powys). 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 Newtown (Powys) at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Carmarthen to Newtown (Powys)? 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 Newtown (Powys). However, there are services departing from Carmarthen station and arriving at Newtown (Powys) station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.
Carmarthen to Newtown (Powys) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.
Carmarthen to Newtown (Powys) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newtown (Powys) station.
Book your Carmarthen to Newtown (Powys) train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Carmarthen and Newtown (Powys) is 99.6 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Carmarthen to Newtown (Powys) via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 52m.