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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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26

train journeys
per day

77

miles (124 kms)

3hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

00:12 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 77 miles (124 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 44 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:12
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    08:50
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    09:20
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:11
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    09:50
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:40
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:22
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:45
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:22
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    18:05
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    18:25
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:45
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    18:55
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:22
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:45
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    20:31
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:22
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:45
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    21:31
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Queen Street

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

First class tickets on trains between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bournemouth & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bournemouth and Cardiff Queen Street, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.