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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Stansted is to bus and train which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Stansted is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Otford via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Stansted?

The distance between Bournemouth and Stansted is 136 miles. The road distance is 126.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Bournemouth to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Stansted train from?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Stansted is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Bournemouth to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16369+ hotels available in Stansted.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Bournemouth to Stansted 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 London Waterloo East to Otfordtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 17m
£80–141
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 57m
£26–54
Drive 125.4 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Stanstedcar 125.4 mi
2h 12m
£31–45
Train via Quarry Hill Parade
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Tonbridgetrain London Charing Cross - Hastings / ...
4h 29m
£53–107
Train via Barrack Row
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Gravesendtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
5h 5m
£50–102
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Gravesendtrain
5h 55m
£76–126

Bournemouth to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Stansted via London Waterloo, London Waterloo East, and Otford in around 3h 17m.

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