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 £30 - £50 and takes 3h 6m.

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 3h 6m and costs £30 - £50.

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 20m.

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 50m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Port Talbot?

The distance between Bournemouth and Port Talbot is 217 miles. The road distance is 141 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 50m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m 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 50m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 6h 20m.

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 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Bournemouth to Port Talbot.

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

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 50m
£101–177
Drive 140.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Port Talbotcar 140.2 mi
3h 6m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201 / ...
6h 20m
£48–123
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain
4h 53m
£75–153
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
5. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 5bus X1
6h 51m
£52–92

Bournemouth to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 216.2 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 20m.

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