The average train between Wales and Bournemouth takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Wales and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 12:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Wales to Bournemouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Wales to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Wales to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Wales to Bournemouth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Wales and Bournemouth is 217.1 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bournemouth via Southampton Central in around 3h 22m.