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Penarth to Carmarthen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Penarth and Carmarthen takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Penarth 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.

2h 23m
Duration
80 mi
Distance
£41
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain train Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2h 23m
£27–62

Penarth to Carmarthen train times

Trains run hourly between Penarth and Carmarthen. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penarth is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Carmarthen at 7:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 18m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 31m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 8m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 52m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 52m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesTransport for Wales1h 55m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penarth 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.

Map of how to get from Penarth to Carmarthen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 80.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales and Carmarthen, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthen hourly. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route every 4 hours.

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