How much is the train ticket from London to Llanelli?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Llanelli start from R 1 017. The average price for this train route is around R 2 227. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Llanelli?

The average train journey time from London to Llanelli is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 276 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Llanelli 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 London to Llanelli?

The earliest train from London to Llanelli departs at 08:48. And the latest train departs at 17:48.

Train London to Llanelli from R 1 072

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Llanelli on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:48	London Paddington	3h 12m	15:00	Llanelli	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	3h 8m	19:26	Llanelli	Fastest
Train	11:48	London Paddington	3h 12m	15:00	Llanelli	No tags
Train	16:18	London Paddington	3h 8m	19:26	Llanelli	No tags
Train	17:48	London Paddington	3h 17m	21:05	Llanelli	No tags

Next departures from London to Llanelli on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:48	London Paddington	3h 8m	11:56	Llanelli	CheapestFastest
Train	08:48	London Paddington	3h 8m	11:56	Llanelli	No tags
Train	10:48	London Paddington	3h 8m	13:56	Llanelli	No tags
Train	10:48	London Paddington	3h 8m	13:56	Llanelli	No tags
Train	12:48	London Paddington	3h 10m	15:58	Llanelli	No tags

Next departures from London to Llanelli on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:31	London Paddington	3h 17m	12:48	Llanelli	Cheapest
Train	11:45	London Paddington	3h 7m	14:52	Llanelli	Fastest
Train	09:31	London Paddington	3h 17m	12:48	Llanelli	No tags
Train	09:36	London Paddington	3h 12m	12:48	Llanelli	No tags
Train	09:36	London Paddington	3h 12m	12:48	Llanelli	No tags

Next departures from London to Llanelli on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:48	London Paddington	3h 12m	15:00	Llanelli	Cheapest
Train	16:18	London Paddington	3h 8m	19:26	Llanelli	Fastest
Train	09:48	London Paddington	3h 13m	13:01	Llanelli	No tags
Train	09:48	London Paddington	3h 13m	13:01	Llanelli	No tags
Train	11:48	London Paddington	3h 12m	15:00	Llanelli	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:29 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Llanelli

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Llanelli. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 343, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

280 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 329 - R 707	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 017 - R 4 856	Average duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 343 - R 445	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 017

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Llanelli by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Llanelli?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Llanelli start from R 1 017. The average price for this train route is around R 2 227. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Llanelli?
The average train journey time from London to Llanelli is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 276 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Llanelli 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 London to Llanelli?
The earliest train from London to Llanelli departs at 08:48. And the latest train departs at 17:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 1 557

11/12

R 1 557

Today

R 1 576

13/12

R 1 561

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R 1 564

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R 1 072

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R 1 561

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The cheapest trip from London to Llanelli was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 072

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Llanelli as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 072 to R 4 684 for a train ticket from London to Llanelli based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 072, which is on 2025-12-15.