Carmarthen station
Station Road
Carmarthen
Carmarthenshire
SA31 2BE
Carmarthen Station can be found on Station Road in Carmarthen as shown on the map, and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Carmarthen Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the charming landscapes of Carmarthenshire, Carmarthen Train Station is a crucial hub for travelers in South West Wales. Whether you're commuting for work, embarking on a leisure trip, or planning a rail journey across the UK, Carmarthen Station offers a convenient and connected experience. This article delves into what the station has to offer, making your travel planning a little smoother and more informed.
The station provides several facilities to ensure a comfortable journey for passengers. The ticket office operates from 06:45 to 18:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, slightly reduced hours on Sundays. You'll find accessible ticket machines that are user-friendly with touchscreen technology, making ticket collection and purchase straightforward. Unfortunately, there are no smartcard issuance facilities here, but the ticket machines support various needs, including an induction loop for hearing-impaired travelers.
If you're in need of support, station staff are available to help both at the ticket office and via a help point. Resources such as real-time departure and arrival screens, as well as announcements, keep you well-informed. For those traveling with accessibility needs, there is step-free access to Platform 1, with a ramp providing access to Platform 2.
When it comes to getting around, Carmarthen Station is well-connected. The front of the station is your hub for various onward travel methods. There are convenient connections to Traws Cymru bus routes T1 and T1A providing links to places such as Lampeter, Aberaeron, and Aberystwyth, perfectly integrating with your train travel for extended journeys. Consider a Carmarthen PlusBus ticket for unlimited bus travel around the town, a cost-effective choice for those planning to explore locally. For hassle-free transportation, taxis are ready to whisk you away from right at the station entrance.
Carmarthen Train Station serves as a gateway to a plethora of exciting destinations. If you're planning to explore, some popular train routes include journeys to cultural hotspots like Cardiff Central, the bustling city of Swansea, or even further afield to London Paddington. For those looking to enjoy the picturesque Welsh landscape, consider heading out to Tenby or Haverfordwest.
Whether you're catching a train for a bustling metropolitan adventure or a serene countryside escape, Carmarthen Train Station stands out as a hub of convenience and efficiency in South West Wales. Its range of facilities and comprehensive transport links mean travelers can embark on their journeys with ease. So, next time you're looking to explore Wales or beyond, Carmarthen Station should definitely be on your itinerary. Be sure to book your tickets today and experience the seamless travel opportunity that awaits!
| Ticket Office | |||||||
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| Ticket Office Opening hours |
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes Ticket machines are touchscreen. | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | No | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | No | ||||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point Yes - from ticket office | ||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens ArrivalScreens Announcements | ||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||
| Customer services notes | Contact our Customer Relations team directly via the Transport for Wales Website. | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property | |||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. Category B2. 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. |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes Ticket machines are touchscreen. |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes |
| Accessible Toilets | Yes The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. |
| Waiting rooms | |
| Seating area | Yes |
| Wheelchairs available | Yes |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
| Accessible spaces | 4 |
| Accessible car park equipment | True None |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
| Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. |
| Toilets | Yes The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. |
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| Accessible Toilets | Yes The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. |
| Baby Changing | Yes |
| Waiting rooms | |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||
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| Operator | APCOA | ||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 68 | ||
| Accessible spaces | 4 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||
| Parking charges | Free car parking available | ||
| Refreshment Facilities | No |
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 16 Eight stands providing 16 spaces Eight Sheffield stands providing 16 spaces are located under the northern end of the canopy on Platform 1 |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | Available There are no cycle hire facilities at this station. |
The rail replacement bus stop is at the front of the station. |
At the front of the station |
There is a good number of services available from outside the station including Traws Cymru bus routes T1 and T1A to Lampeter, Aberaeron and Aberystwyth. More information on Traws Cymru can be found here Transport for Wales - medium to long distance bus travel in Wales (traws.cymru) . We suggest you allow at least five minutes to transfer between your train and the bus. An integrated rail-bus ticket from is also available to travel on trains to Carmarthen and then T1 and T1A. Check when booking your ticket by entering the following three letter codes for Lampeter (LTR), Aberaeron (AER) and for Aberystwyth checking the via Carmarthen fare options. If your bus journey is more local, you may want to consider buying a Carmarthen PlusBus ticket with your train ticket for discount-priced unlimited bus travel around the town. For details visit www.PlusBus.info |
Available There are no cycle hire facilities at this station. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Swansea | Transport for Wales | 06:49 | - | On time |
| from Cardiff Central | Transport for Wales | 07:44 | 1 | On time |
| from Milford Haven | Transport for Wales | 07:55 | 1 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Cardiff Central | Transport for Wales | 06:52 | 1 | On time |
| to London Paddington | Great Western Railway | 07:23 | 2 | On time |
| to Milford Haven | Transport for Wales | 07:46 | 1 | On time |
| to Manchester Piccadilly | Transport for Wales | 07:59 | 1 | On time |