What is the cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Herne Bay and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Herne Bay station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Fire Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Herne Bay and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Herne Bay to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Herne Bay and arriving at Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Herne Bay to Bournemouth?

The distance between Herne Bay and Bournemouth is 169 miles. The road distance is 161.6 miles.

How do I travel from Herne Bay to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Herne Bay to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Herne Bay to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay to Bournemouth bus from?

Herne Bay to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay to Bournemouth train from?

Herne Bay to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Herne Bay station.

Train or bus from Herne Bay to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Herne Bay to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Herne Bay to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Herne Bay to Bournemouth train arrive?

Herne Bay to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Herne Bay to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Herne Bay to Bournemouth is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Herne Bay to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Herne Bay to Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
4h 3m
£73–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
7h 10m
£37–88
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
6h 6m
£45–86
Drive 160.7 mi
1. Drive from Herne Bay to Bournemouthcar 160.7 mi
2h 47m
£40–57

Herne Bay to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Herne Bay, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Herne Bay to Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fire Station to Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 10m.

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