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Trains from Reading West to Carmarthen (CMN)

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18

train journeys
per day

144

miles (233 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading West to Carmarthen (CMN)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Carmarthen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Carmarthen is approximately 144 miles (233 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 27 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Carmarthen.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Carmarthen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Carmarthen Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    10:38
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    15:27
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    17:22
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    16:29
    4 hrs 2 changes
    20:29
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    20:58
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:40
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    19:31
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    23:18
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    21:01
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    01:02
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    21:53
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    02:47
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    23:10
    7 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    06:36
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen
  • Mon 6th May
    23:45
    10 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Reading West
    Carmarthen
    Reading West to Carmarthen

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Reading West and Carmarthen

The travel time between Reading West and Carmarthen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West 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 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 Reading West & Carmarthen. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Carmarthen.

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