What is the cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Sussex to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from West Sussex to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between West Sussex and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from West Sussex to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Foxfield Cottages and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Naldrett Close, North Terminal Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between West Sussex and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from West Sussex to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Billingshurst and arriving at Bournemouth via Barnham and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from West Sussex to Bournemouth?

The distance between West Sussex and Bournemouth is 87 miles. The road distance is 88 miles.

How do I travel from West Sussex to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from West Sussex to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from West Sussex to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Bournemouth bus from?

West Sussex to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Bournemouth train from?

West Sussex to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Billingshurst station.

Train or bus from West Sussex to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £60 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the West Sussex to Bournemouth bus arrive?

West Sussex to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the West Sussex to Bournemouth train arrive?

West Sussex to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Barnham station.

Can I drive from West Sussex to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between West Sussex to Bournemouth is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from West Sussex to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from West Sussex to Bournemouth?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to Barnhamtrain
2. Take the train from Barnham to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
2h 41m
£41–85
Bus
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1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
4h 40m
£20–59
Drive 87.5 mi
1. Drive from West Sussex to Bournemouthcar 87.5 mi
1h 36m
£22–31

West Sussex to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 86.1 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between West Sussex, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Billingshurst to Bournemouth via Barnham and Southampton Central in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Foxfield Cottages to Bournemouth Station via Naldrett Close, North Terminal Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 40m.

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