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Carmarthen to Reading Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Carmarthen to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $40.95, with average prices for this route around $40.95. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:23 3 hours 27 minutes, Direct Carmarthen	10:50 Reading	Find Tickets
08:31 3 hours 14 minutes, Changes required Carmarthen	11:45 Reading	Find Tickets
09:21 3 hours 23 minutes, Direct Carmarthen	12:44 Reading	Find Tickets
10:31 3 hours 15 minutes, Changes required Carmarthen	13:46 Reading	Find Tickets
11:27 3 hours 18 minutes, Direct Carmarthen	14:45 Reading	Find Tickets
12:34 3 hours 11 minutes, Changes required Carmarthen	15:45 Paris	Find Tickets

Carmarthen to Reading Train Route Details

First train

04:38

Last train

22:42

Departure station

Carmarthen

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

3 hours 10 minutes

Distance

234 km

Price

$40.95*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Carmarthen to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Carmarthen to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Carmarthen to Reading for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Reading, 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 Reading 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 Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Carmarthen to Reading train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Carmarthen to Reading with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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