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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Cardiff University?

The distance between Bournemouth and Cardiff University is 186 miles. The road distance is 115.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff University without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 25m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Cardiff University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Cardiff University is to train via Reading which takes 3h 25m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £90 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Cardiff University is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Bournemouth to Cardiff University.

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

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 25m
£50–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
5h 38m
£26–87
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Cardiff Universitycar 115 mi
2h 35m
£29–41
Train
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 / ...
4h
£51–166
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 41m
£34–54

Bournemouth to Cardiff University by train and foot

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Distance: 184.5 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Cardiff University via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Cardiff University via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 in around 5h 38m.

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