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

The cheapest way to get from Southsea to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Southsea to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Southsea and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Southsea to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Fratton and arriving at Bournemouth via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Southsea to Bournemouth?

The distance between Southsea and Bournemouth is 53 miles. The road distance is 53.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southsea to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £20 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Southsea to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southsea to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Southsea to Bournemouth train arrive?

Southsea to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Southsea to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Southsea to Bournemouth is 53 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Southsea to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2659+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Southsea to Bournemouth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fratton to Southampton Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
1h 25m
£21–46
Drive 52.9 mi
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1. Drive from Southsea to Bournemouthcar 52.9 mi
56 min
£13–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Central Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 50m
£16–31

Southsea to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 52.4 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a train from Fratton to Bournemouth via Southampton Central in around 1h 25m.

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