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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Pencoed is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Pencoed is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Pencoed?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Pencoed. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Min-y-Nant via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Pencoed?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Pencoed. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Pencoed via Reading and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Pencoed?

The distance between Bournemouth and Pencoed is 201 miles. The road distance is 125.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Pencoed without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 11m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Bournemouth to Pencoed, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Pencoed bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Pencoed train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Pencoed?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Pencoed is to train via Reading which takes 4h 11m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Pencoed bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Pencoed bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Pencoed train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Pencoed?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Pencoed is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Bournemouth to Pencoed.

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

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Where can I stay near Pencoed?

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Pencoed 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 Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 11m
£93–165
Drive 124.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Pencoedcar 124.9 mi
2h 51m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
7h 6m
£48–117
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 48m
£68–138
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pencoedtrain
5h 23m
£52–98

Bournemouth to Pencoed by train

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Distance: 200.3 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Pencoed via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Min-y-Nant via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sarn Odeon in around 7h 6m.

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