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Trip Overview

The average train between Bournemouth and South Wales takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth to South Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 25m
Duration
205 mi
Distance
£102
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Bournemouth to South Wales train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bournemouth and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 7:45 PM which arrives into South Wales at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales11h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 24m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 24m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales3h 54m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth to South Wales? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bournemouth to South Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 205.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Cwmbach via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 4h 33m.

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