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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Somerset is to bus and line 374 bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Somerset is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Lower Durston via Sewage Works and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Taunton via Southampton Central and Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Somerset?

The distance between Bournemouth and Somerset is 133 miles. The road distance is 71.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Bournemouth to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Somerset?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 374 bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Somerset bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Somerset train arrive?

Bournemouth to Somerset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Somerset is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Bournemouth to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 953+ hotels available in Somerset.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Somerset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Tauntontrain
4h 34m
£55–108
Bus, line 374 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Town Hall to Lower Durstonbus 374
4h 46m
£18–38
Drive 70.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Somersetcar 70.7 mi
1h 48m
£18–26
Train, bus via Bath
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Bath Spatrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Airport Tavernbus A4
3. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
5h 36m
£28–49
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 Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
5h 44m
£22–42

Bournemouth to Somerset by train and bus

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Shovel Lane via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts), Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Lower Durston via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Sewage Works, and Town Hall in around 4h 46m.

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