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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Ludlow is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Ludlow is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Ludlow Fish Bar via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Stourbridge Interchange and Kidderminster Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Ludlow via Reading and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Ludlow?

The distance between Bournemouth and Ludlow is 240 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ludlow without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 41m and costs £85 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Bournemouth to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ludlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ludlow train from?

Bournemouth to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Ludlow?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ludlow is to train via Reading which takes 4h 41m and costs £85 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Ludlow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Ludlow train arrive?

Bournemouth to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Ludlow is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Bournemouth to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain
4h 41m
£87–268
Drive 147.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Ludlowcar 147.1 mi
3h 10m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Barbus 292
8h 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain
5h 18m
£87–196

Bournemouth to Ludlow by train

102Weekly Trains

4h 41mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Ludlow.

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Distance: 239.1 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Ludlow via Reading and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Ludlow Fish Bar via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Stourbridge Interchange, and Kidderminster Bus Station in around 8h 14m.

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