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

The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 35m.

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 35m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Falmouth and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Falmouth to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Argos and arriving at Bournemouth via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

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 and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Falmouth to Bournemouth?

The distance between Falmouth and Bournemouth is 329 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 34m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m 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 34m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 11h 4m.

Where does the Falmouth to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Falmouth to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falmouth to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Falmouth to Bournemouth is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Falmouth to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
7h 34m
£134–238
Drive 177.5 mi
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1. Drive from Falmouth to Bournemouthcar 177.5 mi
3h 35m
£45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Argos to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 805
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Bournemouthbus Uk061
11h 4m
£55–101
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
8h 58m
£72–143

Falmouth to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 326.9 mi
Duration: 7h 34m

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

You can take a train from Penmere to Bournemouth via Truro and Reading in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Argos to Bournemouth via Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 in around 11h 4m.

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