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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

The distance between Bournemouth and Cardiff is 185 miles. The road distance is 115 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 13m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Cardiff bus from?

Bournemouth to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Cardiff train from?

Bournemouth to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff is to train via Reading which takes 3h 13m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £90 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Cardiff train arrive?

Bournemouth to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Cardiff is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Bournemouth to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

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Bournemouth to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 13m
£64–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
5h 17m
£22–89
Drive 114.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Cardiff114.3 mi
2h 35m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton CentralWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 53m
£46–176
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAX3
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 35m
£34–54

Bournemouth to Cardiff by train

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central via Reading in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 5h 17m.

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