What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Porton Down?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Porton Down is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Porton Down?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Porton Down is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Square and arriving at Recreation Ground via Meeting House Lane and Endless Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Porton Down?

The distance between Bournemouth and Porton Down is 63 miles. The road distance is 35.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Porton Down without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Porton Down without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Porton Down?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Bournemouth to Porton Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Porton Down bus from?

Bournemouth to Porton Down bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bournemouth Square station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Porton Down bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Porton Down bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Meeting House Lane station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Porton Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Porton Down is 35 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Bournemouth to Porton Down.

Where can I stay near Porton Down?

There are 533+ hotels available in Porton Down.

Bournemouth to Porton Down - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Porton Down by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from Endless Street to Firs Road Topbus 88 / ...
2h 48m
£37–64
Drive 35 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Porton Downcar 35 mi
46 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to New Canalbus X3
3h 5m
£24–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bournemouth to Porton Downtaxi 35 mi
46 min
£120–160

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Distance: 63.1 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Porton Down, England?

You can take a bus from Bournemouth Square to Porton Down via Meeting House Lane, New Canal, Endless Street, and Recreation Ground in around 3h 5m.

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