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

The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Bournemouth is to bus and train which costs £30 - £65 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falmouth to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Falmouth and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Falmouth to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Argos and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Falmouth and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Falmouth to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Penmere and arriving at Bournemouth via Truro, Westbury (Wilts) and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Falmouth to Bournemouth?

The distance between Falmouth and Bournemouth is 271 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falmouth to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs £110 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Falmouth to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Bournemouth bus from?

Falmouth to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Argos station.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Falmouth to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Falmouth to Bournemouth is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs £110 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £180 and takes 10h 22m.

Where does the Falmouth to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Falmouth to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falmouth to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Falmouth to Bournemouth is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Falmouth to Bournemouth.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
7h 15m
£118–241
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Exeterbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
10h 59m
£33–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Argos to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
10h 22m
£72–174
Drive 177.5 mi
1. Drive from Falmouth to Bournemouthcar 177.5 mi
3h 33m
£44–63
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
8h 13m
£89–184

Falmouth to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 269.8 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

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

You can take a train from Penmere to Bournemouth via Truro, Westbury (Wilts), and Southampton Central in around 7h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Argos to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 22m.

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