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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth is to bus via London Stansted Airport (STN) which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rayleigh and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rayleigh to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from The Library and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Bournemouth?

The distance between Rayleigh and Bournemouth is 146 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Bournemouth bus from?

Rayleigh to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Bournemouth train from?

Rayleigh to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stansted Airport (STN), which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Rayleigh to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Rayleigh to Bournemouth train arrive?

Rayleigh to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Bournemouth is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Rayleigh to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 20m
£59–112
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
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1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
6h 6m
£24–41
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Bournemouthcar 146.6 mi
2h 34m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
6h 43m
£25–38

Rayleigh to Bournemouth by train and subway

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Distance: 145.1 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Bournemouth via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Library to Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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