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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Porthleven is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Porthleven is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Porthleven?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Porthleven. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Harbour Bus Shelter via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Porthleven?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Porthleven. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Penzance via Axminster and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Porthleven?

The distance between Bournemouth and Porthleven is 245 miles. The road distance is 187.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Porthleven without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 10h 38m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 10h 38m to get from Bournemouth to Porthleven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Porthleven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Porthleven train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Porthleven?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Porthleven is to train via Exeter which takes 10h 38m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 12h 51m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Porthleven bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Porthleven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Porthleven train arrive?

Bournemouth to Porthleven train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Weymouth station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Porthleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Porthleven is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Bournemouth to Porthleven.

Where can I stay near Porthleven?

There are 3192+ hotels available in Porthleven.

Bournemouth to Porthleven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain
10h 38m
£86–158
Drive 186.1 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Porthlevencar 186.1 mi
3h 42m
£46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 805
12h 51m
£64–117
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
11h 11m
£146–252

Bournemouth to Porthleven by train and bus

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10h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.1 mi
Duration: 10h 38m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Harbour Bus Shelter via Weymouth, Weymouth station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Axminster, Exeter St Davids, Penzance, and Bus Station in around 10h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Harbour Bus Shelter via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bus Station in around 12h 51m.

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