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

The cheapest way to get from Sonning to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sonning to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Sonning and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Sonning to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Hawthorn Way and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Reading RailAir and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Sonning and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Sonning to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Bournemouth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Sonning to Bournemouth?

The distance between Sonning and Bournemouth is 79 miles. The road distance is 77.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sonning to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Sonning to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sonning to Bournemouth bus from?

Sonning to Bournemouth bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Sonning to Bournemouth train from?

Sonning to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Sonning to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Sonning to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Sonning to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Sonning to Bournemouth bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Sonning to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sonning to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Sonning to Bournemouth is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Sonning to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2703+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 26m
£43–64
Drive 76.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sonning to Bournemouthcar 76.9 mi
1h 28m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3h 19m
£38–75

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Distance: 78.5 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hawthorn Way to Bournemouth Station via Forbury Road, Reading RailAir, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 19m.

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