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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Norwich is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £26 - £85 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Norwich is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Norwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Norwich station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Norwich?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Norwich via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Norwich?

The distance between Bournemouth and Norwich is 228 miles. The road distance is 218.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Norwich without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £28 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Bournemouth to Norwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Norwich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Norwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Norwich?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Norwich is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £28 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Norwich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Norwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Norwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Norwich is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Bournemouth to Norwich.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Norwich?

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Where can I stay near Norwich?

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Bournemouth to Norwich - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Bournemouth to Norwich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Norwichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 34m
£28–153
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus Uk950
8h 10m
£27–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 5m
£52–94
Drive 216.9 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Norwichcar 216.9 mi
3h 42m
£53–76
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane SOU - NWI
5h 34m
£186–713
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane LHR - NWI
6h 33m
£114–689

Bournemouth to Norwich by train and subway

119Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Norwich via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 5m.

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