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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 55m.

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 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Shirley Precinct and arriving at Bournemouth via Southampton Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Shirley to Bournemouth?

The distance between Shirley and Bournemouth is 30 miles. The road distance is 29.2 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 line 18 bus and train which takes 54 min and costs £13 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 54 min 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 FlixBus, depart from Southampton Central Station.

Where does the Shirley to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Shirley to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Shirley to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Bournemouth is 29 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Shirley to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2712+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Shirley to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 18 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Shirley Precinct to Central Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
54 min
£13–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
1h 55m
£5–8
Drive 29.1 mi
1. Drive from Shirley to Bournemouthcar 29.1 mi
36 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shirley to Bournemouthtaxi 29.1 mi
36 min
£130–160

Shirley to Bournemouth by bus and train

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Distance: 30.2 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth 5 times a day. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 45 min.

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