What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to East Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to East Midlands is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to East Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to East Midlands is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and East Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Brooksby College via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and East Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Melton Mowbray via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to East Midlands?

The distance between Bournemouth and East Midlands is 233 miles. The road distance is 180 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to East Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to East Midlands without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £130 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to East Midlands?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Bournemouth to East Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to East Midlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to East Midlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to East Midlands?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to East Midlands is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £120 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Bournemouth to East Midlands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to East Midlands train arrive?

Bournemouth to East Midlands train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to East Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to East Midlands is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Bournemouth to East Midlands.

Where can I stay near East Midlands?

There are 1910+ hotels available in East Midlands.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Melton Mowbraytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 9m
£133–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
7h 36m
£32–115
Drive 178.9 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to East Midlandscar 178.9 mi
3h 23m
£44–64
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
8h 34m
£33–51

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Distance: 231.8 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and East Midlands, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to East Midlands via Birmingham New Street and Melton Mowbray in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to East Midlands via Heathrow Terminal 5, St Margaret's Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, and Brooksby College in around 7h 36m.

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