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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Caterham is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Caterham is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Caterham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Caterham station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Caterham station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Caterham?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Caterham via Clapham Junction and Purley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Caterham?

The distance between Bournemouth and Caterham is 120 miles. The road distance is 104.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Caterham without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Bournemouth to Caterham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Caterham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Caterham train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Caterham?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Caterham is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 400 bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Caterham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Caterham train arrive?

Bournemouth to Caterham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Caterham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Caterham is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Bournemouth to Caterham.

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

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Where can I stay near Caterham?

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Bournemouth to Caterham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 400 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Caterham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Clapham Junctiontrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
3h 4m
£45–92
Drive 104.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Caterhamcar 104.1 mi
1h 54m
£26–38
Bus, line 400 bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Caterham stationbus 400
4h 1m
£31–47
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Caterhamtrain London Bridge - Caterham
3h 5m
£49–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
5h 29m

Bournemouth to Caterham by train

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Distance: 118.8 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £35–80 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Caterham station via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 4h 1m.

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