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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Stanstead is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Stanstead?

The distance between Bournemouth and Stanstead is 186 miles. The road distance is 176.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Stanstead without a car is to train via The Bricklayers Arms which takes 5h 22m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Bournemouth to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Stanstead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Stanstead is to train via The Bricklayers Arms which takes 5h 22m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Stanstead is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Bournemouth to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 453+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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

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Train via The Bricklayers Arms
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 22m
£35–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 47m
£37–92
Drive 175.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Stansteadcar 175.3 mi
3h 12m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 37m
£45–118
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Romford to Marks Teytrain
6h 52m
£78–139

Bournemouth to Stanstead by train, subway, and bus

74Weekly Services

5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Stanway Close via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Colchester, The Bricklayers Arms, and Bus Station in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 7h 47m.

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