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Carmarthen to Penzance trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Carmarthen and Penzance takes 8h 51m and the fastest train takes 6h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Carmarthen to Penzance. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 51m
Duration
320 mi
Distance
£162
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Carmarthen to Penzance train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Carmarthen and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carmarthen is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Penzance at 10:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 8h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)17h 34m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 40m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)14h 59m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country15h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 35m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 35m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 35m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 35m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 35m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 15m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carmarthen to Penzance? 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.

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  • Distance: 319.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 51m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Penzance via Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth in around 7h 40m.

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