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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Rainham is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Rainham is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Rainham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at The Cricketers via London Victoria and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Rainham?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Rainham (Kent) via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Rainham?

The distance between Bournemouth and Rainham is 145 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Rainham without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Bournemouth to Rainham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Rainham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Rainham train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Rainham?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Rainham is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Rainham bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Rainham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Bournemouth to Rainham train arrive?

Bournemouth to Rainham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Rainham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Rainham is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Bournemouth to Rainham.

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

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Where can I stay near Rainham?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 42m
£64–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 007
6h 22m
£29–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rainham (Kent)train London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 1m
£33–62
Drive 137.6 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Rainhamcar 137.6 mi
2h 31m
£34–49
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rainham (Kent)train
3h 55m
£64–143

Bournemouth to Rainham by train and subway

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Distance: 143.8 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Rainham, Medway, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Rainham (Kent) via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to The Cricketers via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 6h 22m.

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