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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Bournemouth via Manningtree, Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Harwich to Bournemouth?

The distance between Harwich and Bournemouth is 183 miles. The road distance is 181.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Harwich to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Bournemouth train from?

Harwich to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

Where does the Harwich to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harwich to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Bournemouth is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Harwich to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Harwich to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Harwich to Bournemouth by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 59m
£77–176
Drive 180.8 mi
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1. Drive from Harwich to Bournemouthcar 180.8 mi
3h 46m
£44–64
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane LCY - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
6h 50m
£116–522
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Manningtree to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane LGW - SOU
4. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
7h 15m
£100–363

London City Airport (LCY) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

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4h 25mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.4 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Bournemouth via Manningtree, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 59m.

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