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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Marks and Spencer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Portland to Bournemouth?

The distance between Portland and Bournemouth is 40 miles. The road distance is 37.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Bournemouth without a car is to line 1 bus and train which takes 1h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Portland to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Bournemouth bus from?

Portland to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Mereside station.

Where does the Portland to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Portland to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Kings Statue station.

Can I drive from Portland to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Bournemouth is 37 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Portland to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2704+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Portland to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 1 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Mereside to Kings Statuebus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h 48m
Drive 37.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Bournemouthcar 37.1 mi
1h
£10–14
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mereside to Kings Statuebus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Marks and Spencer to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portland to Bournemouthtaxi 37.1 mi
1h
£170–210

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Distance: 39.4 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Portland, Dorset, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a bus from Mereside to Bournemouth Station via Kings Statue and Marks and Spencer in around 2h 45m.

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