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

The cheapest way to get from Cowes to Bournemouth is to ferry and bus via ASDA & Marlands which costs £29 - £34 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowes to Bournemouth is to ferry and line 19 bus and train which takes 1h 35m and costs £27 - £40.

How far is it from Cowes to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cowes and Bournemouth is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowes to Bournemouth without a car is to ferry and line 19 bus and train which takes 1h 35m and costs £27 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Cowes to Bournemouth, including transfers.

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Cowes to Bournemouth - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 19 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Cowes to Bournemouth by ferry, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, line 19 bus, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Platform Tavern to Central Stationbus 19 / ...
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
1h 35m
£28–37
Ferry, bus via ASDA & Marlands
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 206 / ...
2h 17m
£30–33
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Bournemouth Stationbus Uk061
2h 18m
£29–33

Cowes to Bournemouth by ferry, bus, and train

286Weekly Services

1h 35mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cowes to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

There is no direct connection from Cowes to Bournemouth. However, you can take the ferry to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, walk to Platform Tavern, take the line 19 bus to Central Station, walk to Southampton Central, then take the train to Bournemouth. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Red Jet Ferry Terminal to Bournemouth Station via Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, Platform Tavern, ASDA & Marlands, and Coach Station in around 2h 17m.

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