What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

The distance between Bournemouth and Port Talbot is 218 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 59m and costs £65 - £360.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot is to train via Reading which takes 3h 59m and costs £65 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £95 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Port Talbot is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Bournemouth to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1087+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot 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 ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Port Talbot ParkwayLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 59m
£69–358
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9201 / ...
6h 17m
£23–94
Drive 142.2 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Port Talbot142.2 mi
2h 58m
£35–51
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 Port Talbot Parkway
4h 49m
£57–191
Train #2
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot ParkwayCardiff Central - Swansea / ...
5h 35m
£40–74

Bournemouth to Port Talbot by train

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3h 59mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot.

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Distance: 216.3 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Port Talbot Parkway via Reading in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 17m.

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