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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Bournemouth is to train and bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Bournemouth via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Brighton to Bournemouth?

The distance between Brighton and Bournemouth is 91 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Brighton to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Bournemouth bus from?

Brighton to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Bournemouth train from?

Brighton to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Brighton to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £80 and takes 4h.

Where does the Brighton to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Bournemouth train arrive?

Brighton to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Bournemouth is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Brighton to Bournemouth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2390+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Brighton to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton CentralBrighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 33m
£19–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Station035
4h
£20–77
Drive 94.4 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Bournemouth94.4 mi
1h 43m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton CentralBrighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
3h 8m
£20–31

Brighton to Bournemouth by train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Bournemouth via Southampton Central in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h.

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