What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth University?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth University is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth University?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth University is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Bournemouth University?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Bournemouth University. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bournemouth University via Coach Station, London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Bournemouth University?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Bournemouth University. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Colchester to Bournemouth University?

The distance between Colchester and Bournemouth University is 167 miles. The road distance is 161.6 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Bournemouth University without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth University without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Bournemouth University?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Colchester to Bournemouth University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bournemouth University bus from?

Colchester to Bournemouth University bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bournemouth University train from?

Colchester to Bournemouth University train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Bournemouth University?

The best way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth University is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Colchester to Bournemouth University bus arrive?

Colchester to Bournemouth University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Bournemouth University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Bournemouth University?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Bournemouth University is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Colchester to Bournemouth University.

How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Bournemouth University?

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Colchester to Bournemouth University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 42m
£66–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Bournemouthbus
6h 37m
£29–52
Drive 160.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Bournemouth Universitycar 160.6 mi
3h 28m
£41–58
Line 371 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crouch Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
6h 43m
£68–149

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Distance: 165.8 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Bournemouth University, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Bournemouth University via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Bournemouth, Bournemouth Station, and Bournemouth University in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Bournemouth University via Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Bournemouth Station, and Bournemouth University in around 6h 37m.

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