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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Birmingham New Street | Carmarthen | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Carmarthen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Carmarthen. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at €175
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Carmarthen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Carmarthen?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Carmarthen start from €175. The average price for this train route is around €175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Carmarthen?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Carmarthen is 6h 3m, covering a distance of 179 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 48m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Carmarthen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Carmarthen?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Carmarthen departs at 10:22. And the latest train departs at 16:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Carmarthen was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Carmarthen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €64 to €115 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Carmarthen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €64, which is on 2026-01-27.