It takes an average of 7h 44m to travel from Carmarthen to Dorchester South by train, over a distance of around 113 miles (182 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Carmarthen to Dorchester South and tickets for this journey start from £67.70 when you book in advance.
First train | 06:23 | |
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Last train | 17:30 | |
Departure station | Carmarthen | |
Arrival station | Dorchester South | |
Journey time | From 6h 21m | |
Distance | 113 miles (182 km) | |
Frequency | 1 train per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Price | From £67.70 | |
Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Thinking about taking the train from Carmarthen to Dorchester South? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 44 minutes to travel the 113 miles (182 km) from Carmarthen to Dorchester South by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to Dorchester South. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Carmarthen to Dorchester South in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £67.70. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
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The average journey time by train between Carmarthen and Dorchester South is 7 hours and 44 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Carmarthen to Dorchester South is 6 hours and 21 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Carmarthen to Dorchester South can start from as little as £67.70 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Carmarthen to Dorchester South. Travelling from Carmarthen to Dorchester South by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Carmarthen to Dorchester South leaves at 06:23. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Carmarthen to Dorchester South leaves at 17:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Carmarthen to Dorchester South cover a distance of around 113 miles (182 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Dorchester South to Carmarthen.
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