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 14m and costs £70 - £170.

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 £70 - £170.

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 train from?

Colchester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester 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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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Colchester to Bournemouth - 3 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Colchester to Bournemouth by train, car, bus, or plane

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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 14m
£70–164
Drive 161.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Bournemouthcar 161.2 mi
3h 22m
£40–58
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane STN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
6h 34m
£64–235

Colchester to Bournemouth by train and subway

251Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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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.

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