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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Wales is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Wales is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Wales?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bournemouth Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Wales. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Wales?

The distance between Bournemouth and Wales is 185 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Wales without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Bournemouth to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Wales?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Wales is to train via Reading which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Wales is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Bournemouth to Wales.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Wales 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 / ...
3h 16m
£78–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
4h 5m
£27–45
Drive 112.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Cardiffcar 112.3 mi
2h 43m
£28–40
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
£55–112

Bournemouth to Wales by train

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Distance: 184 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central via Reading in around 3h 16m. 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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