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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Harpenden is to bus and line 321 bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Harpenden is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Harpenden via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Harpenden?

The distance between Bournemouth and Harpenden is 135 miles. The road distance is 118.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Bournemouth to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Harpenden is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Harpenden bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Harpenden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Harpenden train arrive?

Bournemouth to Harpenden train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Harpenden is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Bournemouth to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2h 37m
£56–98
Bus, line 321 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Old Cock Innbus 321
4h 52m
£15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
4h 17m
£19–34
Drive 117.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Harpendencar 117.8 mi
2h 1m
£30–43

Bournemouth to Harpenden by bus

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 4h 17m.

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