The average train between Leeds and Carmarthen takes 6h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds to Carmarthen. 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 Leeds and Carmarthen. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Carmarthen at 6:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 6h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leeds to Carmarthen? 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 Leeds to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Carmarthen station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.
Leeds to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Carmarthen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Carmarthen station.
Book your Leeds to Carmarthen train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leeds and Carmarthen is 284.4 km. The road distance is 496 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Carmarthen via Bristol Parkway and Swansea in around 6h 22m.