What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth University?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth University is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth University?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth University is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bournemouth University?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bournemouth University. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bournemouth via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bournemouth University?

The distance between Cardiff and Bournemouth University is 146 miles. The road distance is 110.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Bournemouth University without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth University without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth University?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bournemouth University train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Bournemouth University train arrive?

Cardiff to Bournemouth University train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bournemouth University is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth University.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth University?

There are 2660+ hotels available in Bournemouth University.

Cardiff to Bournemouth University - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Bournemouth University by train, car, or bus

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best
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 / ...
3h 39m
£65–123
Drive 109.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Bournemouth Universitycar 109.7 mi
2h 42m
£27–39
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 59m
£92–153
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5h
£50–83

Cardiff to Bournemouth University by train, bus, and foot

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3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.5 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Bournemouth University, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bournemouth University via Southampton Central, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Station, and Bournemouth University in around 3h 39m.

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