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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Barmouth is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Barmouth is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Barmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Barmouth. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Last Inn via Sophia Gardens, Tresillian Way, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Barmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Barmouth. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Barmouth via Wolverhampton and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Barmouth?

The distance between Bournemouth and Barmouth is 303 miles. The road distance is 212.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Barmouth without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Bournemouth to Barmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Barmouth bus from?

Bournemouth to Barmouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Barmouth train from?

Bournemouth to Barmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Barmouth?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Barmouth is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 16m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Barmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Barmouth train arrive?

Bournemouth to Barmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Barmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Barmouth is 212 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Bournemouth to Barmouth.

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

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Bournemouth to Barmouth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bournemouth to Barmouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhamptontrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Barmouthtrain
8h 40m
£120–185
Drive 211.3 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Barmouthcar 211.3 mi
5h 14m
£53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1bus T2
13h 16m

Bournemouth to Barmouth by train

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Distance: 301.2 mi
Duration: 8h 40m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Barmouth via Wolverhampton and Machynlleth in around 8h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Last Inn via Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, Tresillian Way, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, and Eldon Square 1 in around 13h 16m.

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