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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Neath Bus Station 6 and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bay Campus and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Neath to Bournemouth?

The distance between Neath and Bournemouth is 223 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 22m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Neath to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Bournemouth bus from?

Neath to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bay Campus station.

Where do I catch the Neath to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Neath to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Neath to Bournemouth is to train via Reading which takes 4h 22m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Neath to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Neath to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Neath to Bournemouth train arrive?

Neath to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Neath to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Bournemouth is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Neath to Bournemouth.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Neath to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 22m
£92–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
6h 49m
£35–59
Drive 145.1 mi
1. Drive from Neath to Bournemouthcar 145.1 mi
3h 19m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
5h 4m
£68–140
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Neath to Filton Abbey Woodtrain
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5h 24m
£54–89

Neath to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Neath to Bournemouth via Reading in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath Bus Station 6 to Bournemouth Station via Bay Campus and Sophia Gardens in around 6h 49m.

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