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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Essex to Bournemouth?

The distance between Essex and Bournemouth is 155 miles. The road distance is 149.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Essex to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Bournemouth bus from?

Essex to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Bournemouth train from?

Essex to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Essex to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Essex to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Essex to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essex to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Bournemouth is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Essex to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 14m
£66–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
5h 52m
£32–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 49m
£48–94
Drive 149.1 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Bournemouthcar 149.1 mi
3h 12m
£37–53

Essex to Bournemouth by train and subway

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Distance: 153.6 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Bournemouth via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Bournemouth Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 52m.

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