The average train between Welshpool and Carmarthen takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Welshpool to Carmarthen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Welshpool and Carmarthen. The earliest departure is at 7:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Carmarthen at 8:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Carmarthen station via Carmarthen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.
Welshpool to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Welshpool to Carmarthen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Carmarthen station.
Book your Welshpool to Carmarthen train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Welshpool and Carmarthen is 119.2 km. The road distance is 325 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Carmarthen every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 43m.