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

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Park Street and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Ashford International and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Ashford to Bournemouth?

The distance between Ashford and Bournemouth is 167 miles. The road distance is 150.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashford to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Ashford to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ashford to Bournemouth train from?

Ashford to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Ashford to Bournemouth is to train via London which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Ashford to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Ashford to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Ashford to Bournemouth train arrive?

Ashford to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Bournemouth is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Ashford to Bournemouth.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 11m
£74–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
7h 20m
£35–88
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
6h 14m
£43–83
Drive 149.4 mi
1. Drive from Ashford to Bournemouthcar 149.4 mi
2h 35m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 34m
£70–158

Ashford to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 166.5 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Ashford, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Ashford International to Bournemouth via Stratford International, Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Street to Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 20m.

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