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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Derby Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby and arriving at Bournemouth. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Derby to Bournemouth?

The distance between Derby and Bournemouth is 216 miles. The road distance is 176.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £110 - £170.

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

The train from Derby to Bournemouth takes 4h 2m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Derby to Bournemouth bus from?

Derby to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Bournemouth train from?

Derby to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Derby to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £110 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Derby to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Derby to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Derby to Bournemouth train arrive?

Derby to Bournemouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Derby to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Bournemouth is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Derby to Bournemouth.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bournemouthtrain Nottingham - Bournemouth
4h 2m
£110–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk004 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
7h 17m
£39–79
Drive 175.3 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Bournemouthcar 175.3 mi
3h 51m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
4. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
4h 44m
£120–266
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 46m
£118–171

Derby to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Bournemouth 6 times a week. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derby Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via London Victoria in around 7h 17m.

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