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Carmarthen to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Carmarthen to Cardiff Central, starting from £3.05 and averaging £4.60. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 40 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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الخميس, 28 أغسطس
From £4.60
الجمعة, 29 أغسطس
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السبت, 30 أغسطس
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الأحد, 31 أغسطس
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الاثنين, 1 سبتمبر
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الثلاثاء, 2 سبتمبر
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الأربعاء, 3 سبتمبر
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
13:56 Carmarthen	15:49 Cardiff Central	1 hour 53 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
14:20 Carmarthen	16:14 Cardiff Central	1 hour 54 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
14:32 Carmarthen	16:14 Cardiff Central	1 hour 42 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:32 Carmarthen	16:38 Cardiff Central	2 hours 6 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
14:57 Carmarthen	16:46 Cardiff Central	1 hour 49 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
15:56 Carmarthen	17:52 Paris	1 hour 56 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Carmarthen to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

04:38

Last train

22:42

Departure station

Carmarthen

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1 hour 40 minutes

Distance

89 km

Price

£3.05*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Carmarthen to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Carmarthen to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Carmarthen to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Carmarthen to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Carmarthen to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Carmarthen to Cardiff Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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