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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Bournemouth is to rideshare which costs £2 - £6 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Bournemouth is to train which takes 34 min and costs £11 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at Bournemouth Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Southampton 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 to Bournemouth?

The distance between Southampton and Bournemouth is 29 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £11 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Southampton 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 to Bournemouth bus from?

Southampton to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Southampton to Bournemouth is to train which takes 34 min and costs £11 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £14 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Southampton to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Southampton to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Southampton to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Bournemouth is 31 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Southampton to Bournemouth.

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

Book your Southampton to Bournemouth train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2703+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Can I share a ride from Southampton to Bournemouth?

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

Southampton to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Bournemouth by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
34 min
£11–27
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Southampton to Bournemouthrideshare 31 mi
55 min
£2–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 160
50 min
£3–14
Drive 30.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Bournemouthcar 30.8 mi
40 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southampton to Bournemouthtaxi 30.8 mi
40 min
£140–170

Southampton to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 28.6 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Southampton Central to Bournemouth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–27 and the journey takes 34 min. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Bournemouth Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–14 and the journey takes 50 min. FlixBus also services this route 5 times a day.

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