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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Bournemouth Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Margate to Bournemouth?

The distance between Margate and Bournemouth is 202 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £85 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Margate to Bournemouth bus from?

Margate to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Margate to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Margate to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Margate to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Margate to Bournemouth train arrive?

Margate to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Margate to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Bournemouth is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Margate to Bournemouth.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Margate to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 11m
£90–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
6h 43m
£30–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Margate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
6h 26m
£51–86
Drive 171.6 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Bournemouthcar 171.6 mi
2h 58m
£43–62
Train via London
1. Take the train from Margate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Bournemouth / ...
4h 33m
£75–149

Margate to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 200.7 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Bournemouth via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Bournemouth Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 43m.

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