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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Bridgend is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Bridgend is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Bridgend via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Bridgend?

The distance between Bournemouth and Bridgend is 205 miles. The road distance is 128.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bridgend without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 46m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Bournemouth to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bridgend is to train via Reading which takes 3h 46m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Bridgend train arrive?

Bournemouth to Bridgend train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Bridgend is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Bournemouth to Bridgend.

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 46m
£83–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
5h 24m
£30–51
Drive 127.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Bridgendcar 127.7 mi
2h 57m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 36m
£61–127
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
6h 5m
£44–79

Bournemouth to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Bridgend via Reading in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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