What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth is to train which takes 34 min and costs £12 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton Central Station and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southampton Central Station station and arriving at Bournemouth. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Central Station and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Bournemouth. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

The distance between Southampton Central Station and Bournemouth is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.1 miles.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

The train from Southampton Central to Bournemouth takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth bus from?

Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Southampton Central Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth train from?

Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth is to train which takes 34 min and costs £12 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Where does the Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth train arrive?

Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth is 30 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

Book your Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

Book your Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2707+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Can I share a ride from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Southampton Central Station and Bournemouth. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
34 min
£12–27
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Southampton to Bournemouthrideshare 31 mi
1h 8m
£2–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
45 min
£3–6
Drive 30 mi
1. Drive from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouthcar 30 mi
38 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouthtaxi 30 mi
38 min
£140–170
Bus via Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 160
54 min
£5–14

Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 28.6 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Southampton Central Station, England and Bournemouth, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Southampton Central to Bournemouth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–27 and the journey takes 34 min. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, 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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