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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Stanstead is to bus which costs £25 - £80 and takes 8h 29m.

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 14m 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 Terminal 5, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Stanstead?

The distance between Bournemouth and Stanstead is 178 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 which takes 5h 38m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m 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 which takes 5h 38m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £80 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Stanstead bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Stanstead is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Bournemouth to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 361+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Stanstead 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
best
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 38m
£80–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
8h 29m
£26–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain
7h 31m
£56–106
Drive 175.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Stansteadcar 175.3 mi
3h 14m
£43–62

Bournemouth to Stanstead by train, subway, and bus

42Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.2 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Stanway Close via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Stanway Close via Heathrow Terminal 5, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 29m.

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