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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Bournemouth via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Bournemouth?

The distance between Harpenden and Bournemouth is 135 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Bournemouth bus from?

Harpenden to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Bournemouth train from?

Harpenden to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Harpenden to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Harpenden to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Harpenden to Bournemouth train arrive?

Harpenden to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Bournemouth is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Harpenden to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 45m
£56–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
4h 23m
£23–57
Drive 118.3 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Bournemouthcar 118.3 mi
2h 2m
£29–42
Line 321 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
5h 14m
£70–101

Harpenden to Bournemouth by train and subway

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.8 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harpenden to Bournemouth Station via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton DART Parkway, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 23m.

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