What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to South Wales is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to South Wales is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Sophia Gardens, Greyfriars Road GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Cwmbach via Reading and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to South Wales?

The distance between Bournemouth and South Wales is 207 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to South Wales without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 34m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to South Wales?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Bournemouth to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to South Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to South Wales?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to South Wales is to train via Reading which takes 4h 34m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Bournemouth to South Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to South Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to South Wales is 124 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Bournemouth to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to South Wales?

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Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 662+ hotels available in South Wales.

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
4h 34m
£85–146
Drive 123.5 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to South Walescar 123.5 mi
3h 5m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
6h 23m
£35–57
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 Cwmbachtrain
5h 20m
£62–124
Train #2
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
5h 56m
£48–88

Bournemouth to South Wales by train

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Distance: 205.4 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Cwmbach via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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