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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth

Composite routes from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth

Cheapest
2 h 32 min
Car
187 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$177.21
Train from Cardiff Central to Salisbury
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Southampton Central to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$54.43

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Southampton Central to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$45.57

Bus operators

More Bus

Phone:
+44 1202 338420
Email:
Website:
morebus.co.uk/
Bus from Blue Boar Row to Westover
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth is to drive which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bournemouth via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Bournemouth is 230 km. The road distance is 187.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $81.52 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff Central Station and Bournemouth?

It is currently 11:15 at both, Cardiff Central Station and Bournemouth.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth?

Book your Cardiff Central Station to Bournemouth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2169+ hotels available in Bournemouth. Prices start at $76.05 per night.
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