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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberystwyth for Bournemouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 7 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aberystwyth to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 242 km
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£76 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberystwyth to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberystwyth to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 08:27 Aberystwyth | 7h35 | 16:02 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth
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Trains from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £46 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 17:27. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 17:27 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Aberystwyth and Bournemouth from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberystwyth to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberystwyth to Bournemouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Aberystwyth and Bournemouth
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 17:40 Saturday 07:15 - 17:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Access to the station platform is possible via a short accessible ramp with handrails or four steps with handrails.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at side of the station opposite the station taxi rank
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
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