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The average train between Preston and Carmarthen takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston 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 every 4 hours between Preston and Carmarthen. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 6:17 PM which arrives into Carmarthen at 11:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
6h 15m • 1 change5h 17m • 1 change5h 11m • 1 change5h 11m • 1 change6h 15m • 1 change5h 17m • 1 change5h 11m • 1 change5h 11m • 1 change6h 15m • 1 change5h 17m • 1 change5h 11m • 1 change5h 11m • 1 change6h 21m • 1 change5h 22m • 1 change5h 20m • 1 change5h 19m • 1 change6h 8m • 1 change5h 17m • 1 change5h 11m • 1 change5h 11m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Carmarthen station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Preston to Carmarthen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Carmarthen station.
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The distance between Preston and Carmarthen is 237.8 km. The road distance is 299 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Carmarthen via Crewe in around 6h 10m.
