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

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36

train journeys
per day

77

miles (124 kms)

2hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

04:12 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central is approximately 77 miles (124 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 52 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 50 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central

Journeys from Bournemouth to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:12
    4 hrs 26 mins2 changes
    08:38
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:18
    3 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    09:08
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:30
    3 hrs 39 mins1 change
    10:09
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:41
    3 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    10:37
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:30
    3 hrs 22 mins1 change
    10:52
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:59
    3 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    11:40
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:22
    3 hrs 24 mins1 change
    11:46
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:40
    3 hrs 30 mins1 change
    12:10
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:59
    3 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    12:36
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:22
    3 hrs 27 mins1 change
    12:49
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:45
    3 hrs 31 mins1 change
    13:16
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:45
    2 hrs 50 mins1 change
    13:35
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:45
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    14:36
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:59
    3 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    15:34
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:22
    3 hrs 24 mins1 change
    15:46
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:45
    3 hrs 23 mins1 change
    16:08
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:45
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    16:36
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:59
    3 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    17:35
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:22
    3 hrs 27 mins1 change
    17:49
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:59
    3 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    18:37
    Bournemouth
    Cardiff Central
    Bournemouth to Cardiff Central

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
AddressBournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
AddressCardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bournemouth and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Bournemouth and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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Amenities on trains between Bournemouth and Cardiff Central 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 Central. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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