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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Carmarthen (CMN)

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18

train journeys
per day

142

miles (228 kms)

5hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:49

first / last train

5

direct trains

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Carmarthen (CMN)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Carmarthen , with 5 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen is approximately 142 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 5 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Carmarthen.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    5 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:26
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    5 hrs 9 mins Direct
    12:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    5 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    13:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    5 hrs 15 mins Direct
    14:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    5 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    4 hrs 59 mins Direct
    16:29
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    5 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    17:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    5 hrs 33 mins Direct
    19:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:03
    5 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    19:58
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    5 hrs 28 mins Direct
    20:58
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:30
    5 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    21:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    5 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    23:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:30
    5 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    00:01
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:30
    6 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    01:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:30
    10 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:36
    11 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Carmarthen
    Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
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 Available
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 Manchester Piccadilly and Carmarthen

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Carmarthen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Carmarthen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Carmarthen typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 5 direct services per day from Manchester Piccadilly to Carmarthen

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Carmarthen.

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