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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Lampeter is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Lampeter is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Lampeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Lampeter. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at The Black Lion via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Lampeter?

The distance between Bournemouth and Lampeter is 287 miles. The road distance is 174.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Lampeter without a car is to train via Reading which takes 6h 49m and costs £65 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Bournemouth to Lampeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Lampeter bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Lampeter?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Lampeter is to train via Reading which takes 6h 49m and costs £65 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Lampeter bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Lampeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Lampeter is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Bournemouth to Lampeter.

Where can I stay near Lampeter?

There are 690+ hotels available in Lampeter.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Lampeter by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Swansea
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthen
6h 49m
£65–292
Drive 173.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Lampeter173.4 mi
3h 54m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crown112
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black LionT1 / ...
9h 50m
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthen
7h 45m
£67–204

Bournemouth to Lampeter by train and bus

102Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.7 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to The Black Lion via Reading, Swansea, Carmarthen, and Carmarthen station in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to The Black Lion via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 in around 9h 50m.

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