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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Dunstable is to bus via Luton DART Parkway which costs £17 - £30 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Dunstable is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Asda via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Leagrave via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Dunstable?

The distance between Bournemouth and Dunstable is 143 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Dunstable without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £20 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Bournemouth to Dunstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Dunstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Dunstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Dunstable?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Dunstable is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £20 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Dunstable bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Dunstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Dunstable train arrive?

Bournemouth to Dunstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Dunstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Dunstable is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Bournemouth to Dunstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunstable?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Leagravetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 51m
£20–98
Bus via Luton DART Parkway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus
3. Take the bus from Hampton by Hilton to The Quadrantbus Z / ...
5h 47m
£18–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
4h 2m
£41–74
Drive 122 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Dunstablecar 122 mi
2h 6m
£30–43

Bournemouth to Dunstable by bus

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5h 47mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Dunstable.

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Distance: 141.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Leagrave via London Waterloo, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Asda via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 4h 2m.

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