The average train between Rugby and Carmarthen takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. 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.
Trains run hourly between Rugby and Carmarthen. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Carmarthen at 11:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 30m • 2 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Carmarthen station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Rugby to Carmarthen train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Carmarthen train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Carmarthen station.
Book your Rugby to Carmarthen train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rugby and Carmarthen is 215.4 km. The road distance is 345 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Carmarthen via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 36m.