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Carmarthen to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Carmarthen to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $8.24, with average prices for this route around $8.57. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
04:38 Carmarthen	06:21 Cardiff Central	1h 43m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:36 Carmarthen	07:18 Cardiff Central	1h 42m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:36 Carmarthen	07:39 Cardiff Central	2h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:04 Carmarthen	07:47 Cardiff Central	1h 43m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:51 Carmarthen	08:46 Cardiff Central	1h 55m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:23 Carmarthen	09:16 Paris	1h 53m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Carmarthen to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

04:38

Last train

22:42

Departure station

Carmarthen

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

1h 40m

Distance

56 miles

Price

$8.24*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Carmarthen to Cardiff

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. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Carmarthen to Cardiff 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Carmarthen to Cardiff, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Carmarthen to Cardiff ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Carmarthen to Cardiff 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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