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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Harpenden is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 3h 57m.

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 £28 - £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 Luton DART Parkway via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

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 35m.

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 35m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m 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 35m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 3h 57m.

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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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 35m
£59–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk998 / ...
3h 57m
£24–54
Drive 117.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Harpendencar 117.8 mi
2h 1m
£29–42
Train, bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra1
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Old Cock Innbus 321
4h 36m
£70–96

Bournemouth to Harpenden by train and subway

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Harpenden via London Heathrow Airport, Luton DART Parkway, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 3h 57m.

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