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Trains from Balham (BAL) to Carmarthen (CMN)

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19

train journeys
per day

180

miles (290 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Balham (BAL) to Carmarthen (CMN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Balham and Carmarthen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Balham to Carmarthen is approximately 180 miles (290 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 21 mins.

Southern, Transport for Wales, South Western Railway, GWR, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Carmarthen.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Balham to Carmarthen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Balham to Carmarthen

Journeys from Balham to Carmarthen Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:06
    10 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    10:32
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:26
    10 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    10:40
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:10
    5 hrs 39 mins5 changes
    11:49
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:22
    5 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    12:33
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:29
    4 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    13:28
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:25
    5 hrs 7 mins5 changes
    14:32
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:25
    5 hrs 3 mins4 changes
    15:28
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:25
    5 hrs 7 mins5 changes
    16:32
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:25
    4 hrs 56 mins4 changes
    17:21
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:25
    5 hrs 4 mins5 changes
    18:29
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:25
    5 hrs 9 mins5 changes
    19:34
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:55
    4 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    19:54
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:29
    5 hrs 3 mins5 changes
    20:32
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:55
    5 hrs 12 mins5 changes
    21:07
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:29
    6 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    23:46
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:29
    5 hrs 53 mins5 changes
    00:22
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:21
    6 hrs 9 mins5 changes
    01:30
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:10
    9 hrs 38 mins5 changes
    06:48
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:56
    10 hrs 36 mins5 changes
    10:32
    Balham
    Carmarthen
    Balham to Carmarthen

About Balham Station

Station name Balham (BAL)
AddressBalham station, Balham Station Road, Balham, London, SW12 9SG
Managed bySN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:10 - 21:30
Saturday 06:10 - 21:30
Sunday 07:10 - 20:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Carmarthen Station

Station name Carmarthen (CMN)
AddressCarmarthen station, Station Road, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, SA31 2BE
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:45 - 18:00
Saturday 06:45 - 18:00
Sunday 10:15 - 17:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Balham and Carmarthen

The travel time between Balham and Carmarthen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Balham and Carmarthen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between Balham and Carmarthen can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Balham & Carmarthen. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Transport for Wales, South Western Railway, GWR, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Carmarthen.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Balham and Carmarthen, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.