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

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Ship Inn and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Synod Inn, Sarn Odeon and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cardigan and Bournemouth is 258 miles. The road distance is 206.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardigan to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £120 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Cardigan to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Bournemouth bus from?

Cardigan to Bournemouth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Synod Inn station.

Train or bus from Cardigan to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Bournemouth is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £120 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Cardigan to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Cardigan to Bournemouth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Bournemouth is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Cardigan to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2390+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardigan to Bournemouth 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
best
1. Take the train from Whitland to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouth
6h 57m
£126–287
Drive 204.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardigan to Bournemouth204.9 mi
4h 15m
£51–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SalisburyCardiff Central - Fareham / ...
9h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Sarn OdeonT1c
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station035
10h 36m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardigan to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 256.6 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cardigan to Bournemouth via Whitland, Cardiff Central, and Southampton Central in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ship Inn to Bournemouth Station via Synod Inn, Sarn Odeon, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 36m.

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