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

The cheapest way to get from Brightlingsea to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brightlingsea to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Brightlingsea and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Brightlingsea to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Wivenhoe and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Brightlingsea to Bournemouth?

The distance between Brightlingsea and Bournemouth is 178 miles. The road distance is 171.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brightlingsea to Bournemouth without a car is to line 87 bus and train which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Brightlingsea to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brightlingsea to Bournemouth train from?

Brightlingsea to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Wivenhoe station.

Where does the Brightlingsea to Bournemouth train arrive?

Brightlingsea to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Brightlingsea to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Brightlingsea to Bournemouth is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Brightlingsea to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2663+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Brightlingsea to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, and bus

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

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Line 87 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Place to Groves Closebus 87
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
4h 20m
£75–169
Drive 170.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brightlingsea to Bournemouthcar 170.8 mi
3h 39m
£42–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
7h 8m
£55–103
Train
1. Take the train from Wivenhoe to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 32m
£77–169

Brightlingsea to Bournemouth by bus and train

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7h 8mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Place to Bournemouth via Co-op, Wivenhoe, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 32m.

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