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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station South E6 and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Bournemouth via Cardiff Central and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Bournemouth?

The distance between Pontypridd and Bournemouth is 198 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 40m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Pontypridd to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Bournemouth is to train via Reading which takes 4h 40m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Bournemouth is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Pontypridd to Bournemouth.

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 40m
£79–142
Drive 119 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Bournemouthcar 119 mi
2h 49m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
6h 13m
£31–53
Train
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 / ...
4h 41m
£59–119
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
5h 15m
£45–83

Pontypridd to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 196.4 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Bournemouth via Cardiff Central and Reading in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Station twice a week. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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