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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Tenby?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Upper Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Tenby?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Tenby via Reading and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Tenby?

The distance between Bournemouth and Tenby is 292 miles. The road distance is 200.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby without a car is to train via Reading which takes 6h 50m and costs £130 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Bournemouth to Tenby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Tenby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Tenby train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Tenby?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby is to train via Reading which takes 6h 50m and costs £130 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 9h.

Where does the Bournemouth to Tenby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Tenby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Tenby?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Tenby is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Bournemouth to Tenby.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Tenby?

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Tenby 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 Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Tenbytrain
6h 50m
£135–242
Drive 198.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Tenbycar 198.9 mi
4h 15m
£49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Upper Park Roadbus 112 / ...
9h
£63–154
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 Tenbytrain
7h 47m
£102–216

Bournemouth to Tenby by train

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Distance: 290.4 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Tenby via Reading and Swansea in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Upper Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand B in around 9h.

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