What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth (Station) and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Plymouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth?

The distance between Bournemouth (Station) and Plymouth is 265 miles. The road distance is 124.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £120 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth train from?

Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth train arrive?

Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth?

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Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 44m
£126–217
Drive 124.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouthcar 124.2 mi
2h 31m
£30–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 8m

Bournemouth (Station) to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 263.7 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Bournemouth (Station), England and Plymouth, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Plymouth via Reading in around 4h 44m.

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