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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Plymouth is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Plymouth is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Plymouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Plymouth?

The distance between Bournemouth and Plymouth is 265 miles. The road distance is 124.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Bournemouth to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Plymouth train from?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Plymouth is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Bournemouth to Plymouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

There are 1674+ hotels available in Plymouth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 45m
£126–217
Drive 123.4 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Plymouthcar 123.4 mi
2h 29m
£30–44
Train, 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 Plymouthtrain
6h 7m

Bournemouth to Plymouth by train

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 263.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Plymouth via Reading in around 4h 45m.

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