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

The cheapest way to get from Risca to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Risca to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Risca and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Risca to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Risca & Pontymister and arriving at Bournemouth via Newport (S Wales) and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Risca to Bournemouth?

The distance between Risca and Bournemouth is 179 miles. The road distance is 106.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Risca to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 12m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Risca to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Risca to Bournemouth train from?

Risca to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Where does the Risca to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Risca to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Risca to Bournemouth is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Risca to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 12m
£72–128
Drive 105.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Risca to Bournemouthcar 105.6 mi
2h 34m
£26–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5h 20m
£39–70
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 20m
£53–106

Risca to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 178.1 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Risca & Pontymister to Bournemouth via Newport (S Wales) and Reading in around 4h 12m.

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