What is the cheapest way to get from Barry to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barry to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Barry to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from The Priory and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Bournemouth via Cardiff Central and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Barry to Bournemouth?

The distance between Barry and Bournemouth is 193 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

How do I travel from Barry to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Barry to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 35m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Barry to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Barry to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Bournemouth bus from?

Barry to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Bournemouth train from?

Barry to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Barry to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Barry to Bournemouth is to train via Reading which takes 4h 35m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Barry to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Barry to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Barry to Bournemouth train arrive?

Barry to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Barry to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Bournemouth is 121 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Barry to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Barry to Bournemouth?

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There are 5 ways to get from Barry to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 35m
£78–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
6h 17m
£28–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Priory to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 45m
£43–79
Drive 120.3 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Bournemouthcar 120.3 mi
3h 1m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 35m
£58–116

Barry to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 192.2 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Barry to Bournemouth via Cardiff Central and Reading in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Station twice a week. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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