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 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 Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

The distance between Bournemouth and Cardiff is 144 miles. The road distance is 115.6 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 which takes 3h 53m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Cardiff train from?

Bournemouth to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Cardiff train arrive?

Bournemouth to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Cardiff is 116 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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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1711+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Bournemouth to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff by train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 53m
£62–126
Drive 114.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Cardiffcar 114.9 mi
2h 35m
£29–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 48m
£44–79

Bournemouth to Cardiff by train

103Weekly Trains

3h 53mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.1 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central via Southampton Central in around 3h 53m.

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