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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Bournemouth?

The distance between Gloucester and Bournemouth is 154 miles. The road distance is 99.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 26m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Gloucester to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Gloucester to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Bournemouth is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Gloucester to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 26m
£76–125
Drive 98.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Bournemouthcar 98.9 mi
2h 9m
£24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Southampton Centraltrain Gloucester - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 43m
£66–125
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Salisburytrain Gloucester - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
4h 8m
£49–84

Gloucester to Bournemouth by train

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153.1 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Bournemouth via Reading in around 3h 26m.

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