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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Llanelli is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Llanelli is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Sophia Gardens and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Llanelli via Reading and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Llanelli?

The distance between Bournemouth and Llanelli is 242 miles. The road distance is 162.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Llanelli without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 59m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Bournemouth to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Llanelli is to train via Reading which takes 4h 59m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Llanelli bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Llanelli is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Bournemouth to Llanelli.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Llanelli?

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

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Bournemouth to Llanelli - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Llanelli 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 Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 59m
£101–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
7h 22m
£38–60
Drive 161.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Llanellicar 161.7 mi
3h 32m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain
5h 40m
£74–157

Bournemouth to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 240.6 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Llanelli via Reading and Swansea in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Sophia Gardens, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 7h 22m.

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