What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bourne?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bourne is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bourne?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bourne is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bourne?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bourne. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Peterborough via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bourne?

The distance between Cardiff and Bourne is 244 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Bourne without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bourne without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 56m and costs £85 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Bourne?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Cardiff to Bourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bourne train from?

Cardiff to Bourne train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Bourne train arrive?

Cardiff to Bourne train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bourne is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Bourne.

Where can I stay near Bourne?

There are 524+ hotels available in Bourne.

Cardiff to Bourne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Bourne by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 56m
£88–211
Drive 178.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bournecar 178.5 mi
3h 39m
£44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
5h 43m
£53–160
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 21m
£109–152
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain
6h 40m
£90–157

Cardiff to Bourne by train, subway, and bus

191Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.1 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Bourne, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Austerby via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Peterborough, and Queensgate Bus Stn in around 3h 56m.

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