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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Carmarthen (CMN)

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24

train journeys
per day

88

miles (142 kms)

3hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:22 / 00:06

first / last train

5

direct trains

2

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Carmarthen (CMN)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Carmarthen , with 5 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Carmarthen is approximately 88 miles (142 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 51 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Carmarthen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Carmarthen Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:22
    4 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    10:38
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:48
    4 hrs 2 mins Direct
    10:50
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 55 mins Direct
    12:39
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:13
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:44
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:55
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    4 hrs 5 mins Direct
    14:45
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    15:27
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:44
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    15:43
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:42
    3 hrs 47 mins Direct
    16:29
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:14
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:22
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:46
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    17:51
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:51
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    19:03
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:17
    4 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    19:38
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:44
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    20:29
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:51
    4 hrs 7 mins Direct
    20:58
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:44
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    21:40
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:53
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    23:18
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:44
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    00:09
    Shrewsbury
    Carmarthen
    Shrewsbury to Carmarthen

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Shrewsbury and Carmarthen

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Carmarthen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Carmarthen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Shrewsbury and Carmarthen typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury and Carmarthen can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 5 direct services per day from Shrewsbury to Carmarthen

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

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