Trains from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central from $27.06*

Trains from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central from $27.06*

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Bournemouth to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central, starting from $27.06 and averaging $84.43. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 50m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Wed, Jan 22
    From $81.18
  • Thu, Jan 23
    From $81.18
  • Fri, Jan 24
    From $47.70
  • Sat, Jan 25
    From $27.06
  • Sun, Jan 26
    From $33.00
  • Mon, Jan 27
    From $33.00
  • Tue, Jan 28
    From $81.18
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:15
Bournemouth
09:08
Cardiff Central
3h 53m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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06:11
Bournemouth
09:35
Cardiff Central
3h 24m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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06:30
Bournemouth
10:09
Cardiff Central
3h 39m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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06:56
Bournemouth
10:37
Cardiff Central
3h 41m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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07:30
Bournemouth
11:10
Cardiff Central
3h 40m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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07:56
Bournemouth
11:40
Paris
3h 44m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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Bournemouth to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

The Bournemouth to Cardiff Central train ticket is from $27.06. The average travel time is 2h 50m, covering a distance of approximately 78 miles. There are usually 35 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Great Western Railway,South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:15
Last train
Last train
23:12
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 50m
Distance
Distance
78 miles
Price
Price
$27.06*

Bournemouth to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Bournemouth to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff Central

Every day, up to 35 train depart from Bournemouth and arrive in Cardiff Central, with the shortest journey taking 2h 50m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.