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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Carmarthen (CMN)

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17

train journeys
per day

241

miles (389 kms)

5hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Carmarthen (CMN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Carmarthen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Carmarthen is approximately 241 miles (389 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 24 mins.

Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Carmarthen.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Carmarthen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Carmarthen Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:11
    6 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:49
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:39
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    08:01
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:32
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    16:29
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:22
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    5 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    5 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    20:58
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    16:01
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    21:40
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    17:01
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    23:18
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    18:01
    6 hrs 3 changes
    00:01
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    18:58
    6 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    01:02
    Folkestone Central
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone Central to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    20:01
    6 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    02:47
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    21:01
    9 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    06:36
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    23:01
    11 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Folkestone West
    Carmarthen
    Folkestone West to Carmarthen

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Carmarthen Station

Station name Carmarthen (CMN)
Address Carmarthen station, Station Road, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, SA31 2BE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 18:00
Saturday 06:45 - 18:00
Sunday 10:15 - 17:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Stations and Carmarthen

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Carmarthen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Carmarthen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations 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 Folkestone Stations & Carmarthen. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Carmarthen.

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