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

The cheapest way to get from Dawlish to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dawlish to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Dawlish and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Dawlish to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Dawlish and arriving at Bournemouth via Westbury (Wilts) and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Dawlish to Bournemouth?

The distance between Dawlish and Bournemouth is 168 miles. The road distance is 90.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dawlish to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Dawlish to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dawlish to Bournemouth train from?

Dawlish to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Dawlish station.

Where does the Dawlish to Bournemouth train arrive?

Dawlish to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Dawlish to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dawlish to Bournemouth is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Dawlish to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dawlish to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
3h 40m
£74–148
Drive 90.2 mi
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1. Drive from Dawlish to Bournemouthcar 90.2 mi
2h 3m
£22–32
Train, bus via Bridport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
5h 39m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5h 15m
£46–101

Dawlish to Bournemouth by train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Dawlish to Bournemouth via Westbury (Wilts) and Southampton Central in around 3h 40m.

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