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South Wales to Bournemouth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between South Wales and Bournemouth takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from South Wales to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 5m
Duration
205 mi
Distance
£104
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Reading

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  1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain train
  2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain train
  3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain train
5h 8m
£82–147

South Wales to Bournemouth train times

Trains run hourly between South Wales and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Wales is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 9:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 205.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Cwmbach to Bournemouth via Cardiff Central and Reading in around 5h 8m.

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