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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Carmarthen | Cheapest | ||||
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Get from Manchester to Carmarthen
The journey takes about 5 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 503, 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 R 1 503
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Carmarthen 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 Manchester to Carmarthen?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Carmarthen start from R 1 503. The average price for this train route is around R 2 697. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Carmarthen?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Carmarthen is 5h 19m, covering a distance of 229 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Carmarthen route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Carmarthen?
The earliest train from Manchester to Carmarthen departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 22:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Carmarthen was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 812To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Carmarthen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 812 to R 3 955 for a train ticket from Manchester to Carmarthen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 641, which is on 2025-12-12.
