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

The cheapest way to get from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth is to bus and tram and fly and train which takes 4h 12m and costs £90 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Rawtenstall and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rawtenstall station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Bus station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Rawtenstall and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Bury and arriving at Bournemouth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth?

The distance between Rawtenstall and Bournemouth is 235 miles. The road distance is 244.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rawtenstall to Bournemouth bus from?

Rawtenstall to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rawtenstall to Bournemouth train from?

Rawtenstall to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h.

Where does the Rawtenstall to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Rawtenstall to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Rawtenstall to Bournemouth train arrive?

Rawtenstall to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rawtenstall to Bournemouth is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2636+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Rawtenstall to Bournemouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Rawtenstall to Bournemouth by bus, tram, plane, train, or car

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Bus, tram, fly to Southampton Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Stanhope Avenuebus
2. Take the tram from Prestwich to Piccadillytram
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
4. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
4h 12m
£90–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
8h
£43–77
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
7h 2m
£116–178
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
8h 34m
£87–138
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus
6h 2m
£78–279
Drive 243.5 mi
1. Drive from Rawtenstall to Bournemouthcar 243.5 mi
4h 35m
£61–88

Rawtenstall to Bournemouth by bus, tram, and train

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7h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 233.4 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus station to Bournemouth Station via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h.

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