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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Colchester to Bournemouth?

The distance between Colchester and Bournemouth is 165 miles. The road distance is 162.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Colchester to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bournemouth bus from?

Colchester to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bournemouth train from?

Colchester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Colchester to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Colchester to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Bournemouth train arrive?

Colchester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Bournemouth is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Colchester to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 14m
£32–133
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
4h 36m
£34–97
Drive 161.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Bournemouth161.2 mi
3h 21m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station
5h 47m
£42–105

Colchester to Bournemouth by train and subway

258Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Bournemouth via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Bournemouth Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 47m.

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