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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Bournemouth is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £150 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Bournemouth Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Bournemouth via Lille Europe, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Calais to Bournemouth?

The distance between Calais and Bournemouth is 340 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £120 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Calais to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Bournemouth bus from?

Calais to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where do I catch the Calais to Bournemouth train from?

Calais to Bournemouth train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Calais to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Calais to Bournemouth is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £120 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Calais to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Calais to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Bournemouth?

Bournemouth is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 6:47 AM in Calais and 5:47 AM in Bournemouth.

Where does the Calais to Bournemouth train arrive?

Calais to Bournemouth train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Calais to Bournemouth?

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Calais to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, Eurotunnel, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Bournemouth by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, train, car train, car, or car ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
5h 11m
£129–266
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus 1700 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
7h 27m
£32–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus 1700 / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
7h 3m
£53–141
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Bournemouthcar
3h 35m
£153–179
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Bournemouthcar
4h 28m
£49–112

Calais to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Bournemouth via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calais to Bournemouth Station via London Victoria in around 7h 27m.

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