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Bournemouth to Bargoed by train
| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:10 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Bargoed | |
| Journey time | From 3h 55m | |
| Distance | 89 miles (143 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Bournemouth to Bargoed by train
Looking to travel from Bournemouth to Bargoed by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 17 minutes to travel from Bournemouth to Bargoed by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 89 miles (143 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Bargoed, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to get to Bargoed. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Bournemouth to Bargoed in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Bargoed
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