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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Machen is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Machen is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Machen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Machen. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Machen Primary School via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Market Square 22. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Machen?

The distance between Bournemouth and Machen is 181 miles. The road distance is 110.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Machen without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 57m and costs £60 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Bournemouth to Machen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Machen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Machen?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Machen is to train via Reading which takes 3h 57m and costs £60 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £120 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Machen bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Machen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Machen is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Bournemouth to Machen.

Where can I stay near Machen?

There are 1613+ hotels available in Machen.

Bournemouth to Machen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 57m
£64–233
Drive 110.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Machen110.1 mi
2h 30m
£27–39
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAX3
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)Fareham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 18m
£47–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14201 / ...
5h 30m
£34–119
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton CentralWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)Fareham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 34m
£64–161

Bournemouth to Machen by train and bus

102Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.3 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Machen, Wales?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Machen Primary School via Reading, Newport (S Wales), and Queensway Q5 in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Machen Primary School via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 22 in around 5h 30m.

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