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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 53m.

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 2h 53m and costs £30 - £45.

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 29m.

How far is it from Barry to Bournemouth?

The distance between Barry and Bournemouth is 193 miles. The road distance is 123.7 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 29m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Barry to Bournemouth, including transfers.

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.

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 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Barry to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Barry to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 29m
£50–162
Drive 122.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barry to Bournemouthcar 122.9 mi
2h 53m
£31–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Priory to Wood Street JAbus 95 / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 45m
£36–61
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 32m
£49–169

Barry to Bournemouth by train

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.2 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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 29m.

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