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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Porth is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Porth is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Porth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Porth. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Pontypridd Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Talbot Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Porth?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Porth. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Porth via Reading and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Porth?

The distance between Bournemouth and Porth is 201 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Porth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 14m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Bournemouth to Porth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Porth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Porth train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Porth?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Porth is to train via Reading which takes 4h 14m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 124 bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Porth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Porth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Porth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Porth is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Bournemouth to Porth.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Porth?

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Where can I stay near Porth?

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Bournemouth to Porth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 124 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Porth 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 / ...
4h 14m
£84–143
Drive 122.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Porthcar 122.8 mi
2h 54m
£31–45
Bus, line 124 bus
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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Talbot Street to Pontypridd Roadbus 124
7h 15m
£38–66
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 / ...
5h 2m
£61–121
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 train from Cardiff Central to Porthtrain
5h 38m
£46–85

Bournemouth to Porth by train

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Distance: 199.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Porth via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Pontypridd Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Talbot Street in around 7h 15m.

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