What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Bournemouth is to bus via Hounslow West Station which costs £12 - £35 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Windmill Road South Ealing and arriving at Bournemouth via Hounslow West Station and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Brentford and arriving at Bournemouth via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Central London to Bournemouth?

The distance between Central London and Bournemouth is 119 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Central London to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Bournemouth bus from?

Central London to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Bournemouth train from?

Central London to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Brentford station.

Train or bus from Central London to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Central London to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Hounslow West Station, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Central London to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Central London to Bournemouth train arrive?

Central London to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Central London to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Bournemouth is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Central London to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Central London to Bournemouth?

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2649+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brentford to London Waterlootrain Staines - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 56m
£39–93
Bus via Hounslow West Station
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1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Bournemouthbus Uk061
3h 18m
£13–31
Drive 96.6 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Bournemouthcar 96.6 mi
1h 42m
£25–35
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 14m
£38–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
3h 26m
£18–29

Central London to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Brentford to Bournemouth via London Waterloo in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £10–16 and the journey takes 2h. National Express also services this route every 2 hours.

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