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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Aberdare Bus Station 1 and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8, Three Elms and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Bournemouth via Cardiff Central and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Bournemouth?

The distance between Aberdare and Bournemouth is 167 miles. The road distance is 126.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Aberdare to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Bournemouth train from?

Aberdare to Bournemouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Bournemouth is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Aberdare to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdare to Bournemouth train arrive?

Aberdare to Bournemouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Bournemouth is 126 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Aberdare to Bournemouth.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
5h 10m
£63–124
Drive 125.4 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdare to Bournemouthcar 125.4 mi
3h 8m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
7h 54m
£39–61
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
5h 10m
£83–147
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
6h 10m
£49–88

Aberdare to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Aberdare to Bournemouth via Cardiff Central and Southampton Central in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Station once a week. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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