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Carmarthen to Reading train route details
First train
04:38
Last train
22:42
Journey time
3h 10m
Distance
146 miles
Price
SAR 144.02*
What are the next train times from Carmarthen to Reading?
Discover all upcoming Carmarthen to Reading services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
18:20 Carmarthen | 21:44 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
18:57 Carmarthen | 22:43 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
20:20 Carmarthen | 05:58 +1Reading | | Find Tickets |
20:20 Carmarthen | 06:48 +1Reading | | Find Tickets |
20:33 Carmarthen | 05:58 +1Reading | | Find Tickets |
22:42 Carmarthen | 06:48 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
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Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
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Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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