The average train between Carmarthen and Paignton takes 6h 32m and the fastest train takes 5h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Carmarthen to Paignton. 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 Paignton. 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 Paignton at 9:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Carmarthen to Paignton? 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 Paignton. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen station and arriving at Paignton station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.
Carmarthen to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Carmarthen station.
Carmarthen to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Carmarthen to Paignton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Carmarthen and Paignton is 166 km. The road distance is 351 km.
You can take a train from Carmarthen to Paignton via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Newton Abbot in around 5h 26m.