What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard is to train and bus via Bridport which costs £35 - £65 and takes 12h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and The Lizard?

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

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and The Lizard?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to The Lizard. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Redruth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to The Lizard?

The distance between Bournemouth and The Lizard is 345 miles. The road distance is 189.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to The Lizard without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard without a car is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs £210 - £340.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard?

It takes approximately 9h 18m to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to The Lizard bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to The Lizard train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to The Lizard?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs £210 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 12h 51m.

Where does the Bournemouth to The Lizard bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to The Lizard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to The Lizard?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to The Lizard is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Bournemouth to The Lizard.

Where can I stay near The Lizard?

There are 3951+ hotels available in The Lizard.

Bournemouth to The Lizard - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 18m
£214–339
Train, bus via Bridport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Trurobus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Traboe Crossbus 36
12h 32m
£37–64
Drive 188.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to The Lizardcar 188.8 mi
3h 52m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Trurotrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Traboe Crossbus 36
10h 56m
£82–162
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
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Traboe Crossbus 36
12h 51m
£53–94

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to The Lizard.

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Distance: 343.2 mi
Duration: 9h 18m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and The Lizard, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to The Lizard via Reading and Redruth in around 9h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to The Lizard via Heathrow Terminal 5, Bus Station, and Traboe Cross in around 12h 51m.

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