It takes an average of 7h 47m to travel from Carmarthen to Holyhead by train, over a distance of around 101 miles (163 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Carmarthen to Holyhead and tickets for this journey start from £66.40 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:37 | |
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Last train | 23:11 | |
Departure station | Carmarthen | |
Arrival station | Holyhead | |
Journey time | From 6h 41m | |
Distance | 101 miles (163 km) | |
Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £66.40 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
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It usually takes around 7 hours 47 minutes to travel the 101 miles (163 km) from Carmarthen to Holyhead by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Holyhead. 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 Holyhead in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £66.40. 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 Holyhead is 7 hours and 47 minutes, with around 23 trains 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 Holyhead is 6 hours and 41 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Carmarthen to Holyhead can start from as little as £66.40 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 Holyhead. Travelling from Carmarthen to Holyhead by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Carmarthen to Holyhead leaves at 03:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Carmarthen to Holyhead leaves at 23:11. 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 Holyhead cover a distance of around 101 miles (163 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Holyhead to Carmarthen.
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