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Carmarthen to Southend Central Trains From £31.00

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Buy cheap train tickets from Carmarthen to Southend Central for just £31.00. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of £118.00. The train journey from Carmarthen to Southend Central typically takes approximately 5h 20m. You can expect a frequency of 22 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Carmarthen to Southend Central Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Carmarthen to Southend Central, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 04:08
    Carmarthen

    6h 1m

    No direct

    10:09
    Southend Central
    Train V01656-0B00 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: Tue–FriTrain L65546-1L04 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G17295-1K22 is operated by Greater Anglia. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  2. 06:03
    Carmarthen

    5h 25m

    No direct

    11:28
    Southend Central
    Train P64894-2B90 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L65551-1L09 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05554-2B76 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  3. 07:23
    Carmarthen

    5h 35m

    No direct

    12:58
    Southend Central
    Train L65555-1L12 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05559-2B82 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  4. 08:15
    Carmarthen

    5h 43m

    No direct

    13:58
    Southend Central
    Train P64820-2B53 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L65557-1L14 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05563-2B86 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  5. 09:27
    Carmarthen

    5h 31m

    No direct

    14:58
    Southend Central
    Train L65559-1L16 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Tue–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05567-2B90 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  6. 10:30
    Carmarthen

    5h 28m

    No direct

    15:58
    Southend Central
    Train P65099-2E09 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L65561-1L18 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05571-2B94 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  7. 10:58
    Carmarthen

    5h 43m

    No direct

    16:41
    Southend Central
    Train P63981-1B60 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L65562-1L19 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05362-1B62 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  8. 11:27
    Carmarthen

    5h 25m

    No direct

    16:52
    Southend Central
    Train L65563-1L20 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05363-1B64 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  9. 12:32
    Carmarthen

    5h 20m

    No direct

    17:52
    Southend Central
    Train P65108-2E13 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L65565-1L22 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05380-1B98 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
  10. 13:04
    Carmarthen

    6h 3m

    No direct

    19:07
    Southend Central
    Train P63986-1B63 is operated by Transport for Wales. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L65567-1L24 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Elizabeth line

    Train G05379-1B96 is operated by c2c. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £31.00
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    Carmarthen to Southend Central Train Route Details

    The Carmarthen to Southend Central train ticket is £31.00. The average travel time is 5h 20m, covering a distance of approximately 348 miles. There are usually 22 daily trains provided by London Underground. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

    First train
    04:08
    Last train
    23:11
    Departure station
    Carmarthen
    Arrival station
    Southend Central
    Journey time
    5h 20m
    Distance
    348 miles
    Price
    £31.00
    Train Operators
    London Underground

    Choose Carmarthen to Southend Central Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Carmarthen to Southend Central. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Carmarthen to Southend Central Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Carmarthen to Southend Central train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £118.00 Save £38.94
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £118.00 Save £38.94
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £118.00 Save £38.94
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £118.00 Save £38.94

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Carmarthen to Southend Central train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Carmarthen to Southend Central?

      The first train from Carmarthen to Southend Central is at 04:08.
    • Are there direct trains from Carmarthen to Southend Central?

      No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Southend Central, and passengers would need to make 4 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Carmarthen to Southend Central ?

      The train journey from Carmarthen to Southend Central typically takes an average of 6h 7m, with the fastest journey duration being around 5h 20m.
    • How much is a train from Carmarthen to Southend Central ?

      The cost of a train from Carmarthen to Southend Central can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £31.00 and the average price being around £118.00.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Carmarthen to Southend Central ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.