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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Thornyfield Road and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Solihull Station, Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Shirley and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Shirley to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Bournemouth via Leamington Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Shirley to Bournemouth?

The distance between Shirley and Bournemouth is 164 miles. The road distance is 135.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Shirley to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Bournemouth bus from?

Shirley to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Bournemouth train from?

Shirley to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leamington Spa station.

Train or bus from Shirley to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Shirley to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Shirley to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shirley to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shirley to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Bournemouth is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Shirley to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2704+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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There are 3 ways to get from Shirley to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 15m
£82–127
Drive 134.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirley to Bournemouthcar 134.9 mi
3h 3m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
5h 49m
£41–101

Shirley to Bournemouth by bus and train

102Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Shirley, Solihull, England and Bournemouth, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Leamington Spa to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thornyfield Road to Bournemouth Station via Solihull Station, Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 49m.

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