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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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32

train journeys
per day

77

miles (124 kms)

2hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Bournemouth is approximately 77 miles (124 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 42 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Bournemouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:07
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:13
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    12:13
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:28
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    14:00
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    14:13
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    15:00
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    15:13
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    16:00
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:13
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    17:01
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    17:52
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central to Bournemouth

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Bournemouth

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Bournemouth. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Bournemouth.

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