What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth is to bus via London Heathrow Airport which costs £11 - £21 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Bournemouth via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Bournemouth?

The distance between Watford Junction and Bournemouth is 122 miles. The road distance is 108.9 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Bournemouth bus from?

Watford Junction to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Bournemouth train from?

Watford Junction to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Bournemouth bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Bournemouth train arrive?

Watford Junction to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Bournemouth is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Watford Junction to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Bournemouth?

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Watford Junction to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford Junction to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 5m
£49–113
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
4h 31m
£12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3h 28m
£20–48
Drive 108.3 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Bournemouthcar 108.3 mi
1h 49m
£27–38

Watford Junction to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 121.5 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Bournemouth via Clapham Junction in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 28m.

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