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Reading to Carmarthen Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Carmarthen? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €35.54, with average prices for this route around €35.54.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:13 3h 16m, Changes required Reading	18:29 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
16:13 3h 21m, Changes required Reading	19:34 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
17:13 3h 19m, Changes required Reading	20:32 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
18:13 3h 27m, Direct Reading	21:40 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
19:13 3h 46m, Changes required Reading	22:59 Carmarthen	Find Tickets
20:13 3h 20m, Changes required Reading	23:33 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Carmarthen Train Route Details

First train

00:16

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Carmarthen

Journey time

3h 8m

Distance

234 km

Price

€35.54*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Carmarthen

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Carmarthen. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Carmarthen for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Carmarthen, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Carmarthen ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Reading to Carmarthen more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Carmarthen train ticket types

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Reading to Carmarthen Train prices and times

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