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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Verriers and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Bournemouth via Westbury (Wilts) and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Somerset to Bournemouth?

The distance between Somerset and Bournemouth is 133 miles. The road distance is 71.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Somerset to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Bournemouth bus from?

Somerset to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Verriers station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Bournemouth train from?

Somerset to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Somerset to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Somerset to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Somerset to Bournemouth train arrive?

Somerset to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Bournemouth is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Somerset to Bournemouth.

How do I get a bus ticket from Somerset to Bournemouth?

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Somerset to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Somerset to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
4h 46m
£54–112
Drive 70.9 mi
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1. Drive from Somerset to Bournemouthcar 70.9 mi
1h 48m
£18–25
Bus, train via Bath
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Airport Tavernbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Bus Stationbus A4
3. Take the train from Bath Spa to Salisburytrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
6h
£29–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 10m
£45–111
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
6h 50m

Somerset to Bournemouth by bus and train

74Weekly Services

4h 46mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.7 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Bournemouth via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, Westbury (Wilts), and Southampton Central in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Verriers to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 10m.

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