The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Carmarthen
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Carmarthen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Carmarthen will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 2 trains that leave Southampton for Carmarthen on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Carmarthen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Carmarthen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €58.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
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€80 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Carmarthen train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Carmarthen trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:47 AM Southampton | 5h02 | 10:49 AM Carmarthen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Southampton | 5h18 | 12:28 PM Carmarthen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Carmarthen
Trains from Southampton to Carmarthen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 03:35 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Southampton to Carmarthen trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton and Carmarthen from $40 (€33). 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 Southampton to Carmarthen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Carmarthen 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 Carmarthen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Carmarthen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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 in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- 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
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