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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Bournemouth?

The distance between Bridgend and Bournemouth is 205 miles. The road distance is 128 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 2m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Bridgend to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Bournemouth bus from?

Bridgend to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Bournemouth train from?

Bridgend to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Bournemouth is to train via Reading which takes 4h 2m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Bridgend to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Bridgend to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Bridgend to Bournemouth train arrive?

Bridgend to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Bournemouth is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Bridgend to Bournemouth.

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 2m
£84–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
5h 40m
£30–50
Drive 127.3 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Bournemouthcar 127.3 mi
2h 58m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 36m
£62–127
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
6h 20m
£44–79

Bridgend to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Bridgend to Bournemouth via Reading in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Station once a week. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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