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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bournemouth via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cardiff and Bournemouth is 144 miles. The road distance is 115.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bournemouth train from?

Cardiff to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Bournemouth train arrive?

Cardiff to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bournemouth is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2399+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton CentralCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Poole / ...
3h 13m
£41–162
Drive 114.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth114.6 mi
2h 36m
£29–42
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 38m
£54–154
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SalisburyCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House LaneX3
3h 56m
£35–57

Cardiff to Bournemouth by train

103Weekly Trains

3h 13mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.2 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bournemouth via Southampton Central in around 3h 13m.

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