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

The cheapest way to get from Rainham to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainham to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rainham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainham to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from White Horse and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Rainham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Rainham to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Rainham (Kent) and arriving at Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Rainham to Bournemouth?

The distance between Rainham and Bournemouth is 146 miles. The road distance is 138.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rainham to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Rainham to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Bournemouth bus from?

Rainham to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Bournemouth train from?

Rainham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rainham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Rainham to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Rainham to Bournemouth is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Rainham to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rainham to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rainham to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainham to Bournemouth is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Rainham to Bournemouth.

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

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Rainham to Bournemouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rainham to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
3h 28m
£61–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 18m
£30–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 31m
£33–61
Drive 137.5 mi
1. Drive from Rainham to Bournemouthcar 137.5 mi
2h 30m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to London Bridgetrain Rainham
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 52m
£65–138
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain
3h 53m
£64–147

Rainham to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 144.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Rainham, Medway, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Rainham (Kent) to Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from White Horse to Bournemouth Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 18m.

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