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Rugby to Carmarthen trains

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The average train between Rugby and Carmarthen takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 26m
Duration
224 mi
Distance
£113
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rugby to Carmarthen train times

Trains run hourly between Rugby and Carmarthen. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Carmarthen at 1:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 5m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 39m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 21m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 22m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 52m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 14m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 53m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 14m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 22m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 58m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 30m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 53m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 11m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 2m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 53m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 11m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 2m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 53m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 11m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 2m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 53m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 11m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 2m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 52m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rugby 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 Rugby to Carmarthen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 223.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 5h 29m.

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