The average train between Carmarthen and Tywyn takes 7h 34m and the fastest train takes 6h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Carmarthen to Tywyn. 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 Tywyn. The earliest departure is at 4:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Carmarthen is at 4:41 PM which arrives into Tywyn at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 7h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 25m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Carmarthen to Tywyn? 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 Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Shrewsbury station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.
Carmarthen to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.
Carmarthen to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.
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The distance between Carmarthen and Tywyn is 82.6 km. The road distance is 120 km.
You can take a train from Carmarthen to Tywyn via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 7h 39m.