Cardiff to Bournemouth Train
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Cardiff to Bournemouth by train
The journey from Cardiff to Bournemouth by train is 77.14 mi and takes 4 hrs 27 mins. There are 15 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:20 and the last at 20:00. It is possible to travel from Cardiff to Bournemouth by train for as little as £70.89 or as much as £120.83. The best price for this journey is £70.89.
| Lowest Price | £70.89 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 27 mins |
| Connection per Day | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 15 |
| Lowest Price | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales £70.89 |
| Highest Price | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales £120.83 |
| First Departure | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 12:20 |
| Last Departure | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 20:00 |
| Distance | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 77.14 mi |
| Departure | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales Cardiff |
| Arrival | South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales Bournemouth |
| Carriers | South Western Railway, CrossCountry South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Bournemouth
The cheapest Cardiff - Bournemouth train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £33.85 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £36.67.
Find the best day to travel to Bournemouth by train
When travelling to Bournemouth by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board South Western Railway, Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Bournemouth
Compare services on board when travelling from Cardiff to Bournemouth by train.
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Cardiff to Bournemouth CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
8.69kg
Bus
9.31kg
Flight
24.83kg
Car
19.86kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cardiff to Bournemouth by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cardiff and Bournemouth are 8.69kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cardiff and Bournemouth? By taking the train between Cardiff and Bournemouth you will save 16.14kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.62kg compared to a bus and 11.17kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Cardiff to Bournemouth?
A train ticket from Cardiff to Bournemouth is £100.86. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £70.89.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Cardiff to Bournemouth?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cardiff to Bournemouth is £70.89. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cardiff and Bournemouth by train?
Cardiff to Bournemouth is 77.14 mi.
How long does the train between Cardiff and Bournemouth take?
Cardiff to Bournemouth is on average 4 hrs 27 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 51 mins.
Which companies operate from Cardiff to Bournemouth?
The train journey from Cardiff to Bournemouth is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales.
How many train connections per day go from Cardiff to Bournemouth?
Cardiff to Bournemouth has 15 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cardiff to Bournemouth leave?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Bournemouth departs at 12:20. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cardiff to Bournemouth depart?
The latest train from Cardiff to Bournemouth departs at 20:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cardiff to Bournemouth in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £70.89 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff to Bournemouth by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cardiff and Bournemouth is 3 hrs 51 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Bournemouth?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Bournemouth.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cardiff to Bournemouth by train?
The train journey from Cardiff to Bournemouth creates 8.69kg of CO2 emissions.