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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Padstow is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Padstow is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at New Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Padstow?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Padstow?

The distance between Bournemouth and Padstow is 311 miles. The road distance is 156 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Padstow without a car is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs £170 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Bournemouth to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Padstow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Padstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Padstow?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Padstow is to train which takes 8h 28m and costs £170 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 10h 47m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Padstow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Padstow train arrive?

Bournemouth to Padstow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Padstow is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Bournemouth to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 3095+ hotels available in Padstow.

Bournemouth to Padstow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 57 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
8h 28m
£175–286
Drive 155.1 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Padstowcar 155.1 mi
3h 16m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 406 / ...
10h 47m
£66–167
Train, bus, line 57 bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
6. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 57
9h 50m
£68–131

Bournemouth to Padstow by bus

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Distance: 309.2 mi
Duration: 8h 28m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Padstow via Reading and Bodmin Parkway in around 8h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to New Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 10h 47m.

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