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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Rayleigh is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Rayleigh via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Rayleigh?

The distance between Bournemouth and Rayleigh is 146 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Bournemouth to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Rayleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Rayleigh is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Rayleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Rayleigh is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Bournemouth to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1084+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

Bournemouth to Rayleigh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bournemouth to Rayleigh 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 Stratford (London) to Rayleightrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 59m
£63–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
6h 11m
£19–32
Drive 147.2 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Rayleighcar 147.2 mi
2h 35m
£37–53

Bournemouth to Rayleigh by train and subway

229Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Rayleigh via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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