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 22m.

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 16m and costs £29 - £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 16m.

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 16m and costs £29 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m 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 16m and costs £29 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 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 22m 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)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 16m
£30–133
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
5h 47m
£41–95
Drive 161.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Bournemouthcar 161.2 mi
3h 22m
£40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
6h 20m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colchester to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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 16m. 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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