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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton 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 2h 57m.

How far is it from Taunton to Bournemouth?

The distance between Taunton and Bournemouth is 125 miles. The road distance is 68.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Taunton to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Taunton to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taunton to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Bournemouth is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Taunton to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Taunton 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
2h 57m
£51–99
Drive 68.5 mi
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1. Drive from Taunton to Bournemouthcar 68.5 mi
1h 42m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
2. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
5h 13m
£20–39

Taunton to Bournemouth by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Taunton to Bournemouth via Westbury (Wilts) and Southampton Central in around 2h 57m.

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