What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Tenby?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Upper Park Road via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Tenby?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Tenby via Reading and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Tenby?

The distance between Bournemouth and Tenby is 292 miles. The road distance is 202.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Tenby without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby without a car is to train via Reading which takes 6h 56m and costs £110 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Tenby?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Bournemouth to Tenby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Tenby bus from?

Bournemouth to Tenby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Tenby train from?

Bournemouth to Tenby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Tenby?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Tenby is to train via Reading which takes 6h 56m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Tenby bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Tenby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Tenby train arrive?

Bournemouth to Tenby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Tenby?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Tenby is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Bournemouth to Tenby.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Tenby?

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Where can I stay near Tenby?

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Tenby by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Tenbytrain
6h 56m
£118–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Upper Park Roadbus 508
8h 15m
£44–70
Drive 201.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Tenbycar 201.8 mi
4h 9m
£50–73
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tenbytrain
7h 51m
£90–172

Bournemouth to Tenby by train

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Distance: 290.4 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Tenby, Wales?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Tenby via Reading and Swansea in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Upper Park Road via Sophia Gardens in around 8h 15m.

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