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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Bristol is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Bristol is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Bristol?

The distance between Bournemouth and Bristol is 106 miles. The road distance is 73.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Bournemouth to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bristol bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bristol train from?

Bournemouth to Bristol train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Bristol?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bristol is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £100 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bristol bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bristol train arrive?

Bournemouth to Bristol train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Bristol is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Bournemouth to Bristol.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Bristol?

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Bournemouth to Bristol - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 56m
£42–90
Drive 73.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Bristolcar 73.3 mi
1h 54m
£18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3h 32m
£29–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
4h 30m
£20–97

Bournemouth to Bristol by train

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Distance: 105.4 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Bristol Temple Meads via Southampton Central in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 30m.

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