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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 5m.

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 45m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bournemouth Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

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 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cardiff and Bournemouth is 144 miles. The road distance is 112.6 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 20m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bournemouth bus from?

Cardiff to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth 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 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 20m
£59–108
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
4h 5m
£26–45
Drive 111.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bournemouthcar 111.9 mi
2h 45m
£28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
3h 55m
£44–74

Cardiff to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 143.2 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Station twice a week. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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