What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £14 - £26 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to Airport Transfer which takes 2h 6m and costs £16 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The distance between Bournemouth and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 128 miles. The road distance is 101.7 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus from?

Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train from?

Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus arrive?

Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train arrive?

Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Book your Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Book your Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

There are 1100+ hotels available in London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

Can I share a ride from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bournemouth and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Clapham Junctiontrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
2h 26m
£55–119
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940 / ...
4h 19m
£15–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2h 50m
£18–52
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Bournemouth to London Gatwick-LGWrideshare 101.1 mi
2h 6m
£16–21
Drive 101.1 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)car 101.1 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Train via Barnham
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Barnhamtrain
3. Take the train from Barnham to Gatwick Airporttrain
3h 23m
£50–106

Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train

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Distance: 127.3 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £40–95 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to South Terminal Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 50m.

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