What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Bournemouth is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Brooksby College and arriving at Bournemouth Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from East Midlands to Bournemouth?

The distance between East Midlands and Bournemouth is 233 miles. The road distance is 180 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £130 - £190.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from East Midlands to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Bournemouth bus from?

East Midlands to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Bournemouth train from?

East Midlands to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Melton Mowbray station.

Train or bus from East Midlands to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Bournemouth is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £120 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the East Midlands to Bournemouth bus arrive?

East Midlands to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the East Midlands to Bournemouth train arrive?

East Midlands to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from East Midlands to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to Bournemouth is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from East Midlands to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 18m
£131–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
7h 35m
£33–117
Drive 178.9 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands to Bournemouthcar 178.9 mi
3h 23m
£44–64
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
8h 49m
£34–51

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Distance: 231.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Bournemouth via Melton Mowbray and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Bournemouth Station via Brooksby College, Haymarket Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 35m.

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