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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Harwich is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Harwich is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Harwich?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Harwich Town via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Manningtree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Harwich?

The distance between Bournemouth and Harwich is 183 miles. The road distance is 181 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Harwich without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Bournemouth to Harwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Harwich train from?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Harwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Harwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Harwich is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Bournemouth to Harwich.

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

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Where can I stay near Harwich?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Harwich.

Bournemouth to Harwich - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Bournemouth to Harwich by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Manningtreetrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 20m
£75–140
Drive 180 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Harwichcar 180 mi
3h 40m
£45–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Head Streetbus 371 / ...
5. Take the bus from Head Street to Mayflower Avenuebus 102 / ...
7h 34m
£84–140

Bournemouth to Harwich by train and subway

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Harwich Town via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 4h 20m.

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