The cheapest and fastest trains from Carmarthen to Newport
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carmarthen to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carmarthen to Newport will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carmarthen for Newport on Sun, Jun 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:34 AM2h19Carmarthen12:53 PMNewport$281One-way0 transfers
10:34 AM2h19Carmarthen12:53 PMNewport$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carmarthen to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carmarthen to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Carmarthen to Newport:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carmarthen to Newport costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.23 (€-0.19). The journey takes 2h 8m versus 1h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Carmarthen to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Carmarthen to Newport trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:55 AM Carmarthen | 2h11 | 12:06 PM Newport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Carmarthen to Newport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carmarthen to Newport
Trains from Carmarthen to Newport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 12:43 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Carmarthen to Newport trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Carmarthen and Newport from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Carmarthen to Newport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carmarthen to Newport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Carmarthen to Newport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access is available to Platform 1. Platform 2 can be accessed via the ramp at the end of Platform 1 and across a foot crossing.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop opposite the station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
- Car Park: High Street
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2 and Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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