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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Bournemouth?

The distance between Canterbury and Bournemouth is 181 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Canterbury to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Bournemouth train from?

Canterbury to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Bournemouth is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Canterbury to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Canterbury to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Bournemouth train arrive?

Canterbury to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Bournemouth is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Canterbury to Bournemouth.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 27m
£78–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 10m
£33–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury East to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
6h 9m
£45–85
Drive 156.9 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Bournemouthcar 156.9 mi
2h 43m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 55m
£76–171

Canterbury to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Bournemouth via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 10m.

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