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Preston to Carmarthen trains

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Trip Overview

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.

5h 28m
Duration
266 mi
Distance
£118
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Carmarthentrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
6h 3m
£94–179

Preston to Carmarthen train times

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.

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  • Distance: 265.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Carmarthen via Crewe in around 6h 3m.

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