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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 3m.

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 £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

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 4h 11m.

How far is it from Harwich to Bournemouth?

The distance between Harwich and Bournemouth is 184 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 4h 11m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Harwich to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Bournemouth bus from?

Harwich to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Mayflower Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Harwich to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Harwich to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Harwich to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Harwich to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street 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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Harwich to Bournemouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Harwich to Bournemouth by train, bus, 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 / ...
4h 11m
£71–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
4. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
8h 3m
£32–57
Drive 180.8 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Bournemouthcar 180.8 mi
3h 46m
£46–66
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 55m
£115–521
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
9h 14m
£47–85
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 20m
£103–331

Harwich to Bournemouth by train and subway

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Distance: 182.5 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Bournemouth Station via Stanwell Street, Osborne Street, Post Office, Railway Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 3m.

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