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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Bournemouth is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cambridge and Bournemouth is 167 miles. The road distance is 157 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Cambridge to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Bournemouth bus from?

Cambridge to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Bournemouth train from?

Cambridge to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Cambridge to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Cambridge to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Bournemouth train arrive?

Cambridge to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Bournemouth is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Cambridge to Bournemouth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 28m
£69–171
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 50m
£19–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
5h 7m
£33–82
Drive 156.1 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Bournemouthcar 156.1 mi
2h 41m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Tottenham Haletrain
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hale Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
4h 18m
£65–146

Cambridge to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Bournemouth via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 7m.

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