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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £17 - £50 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Dover to Bournemouth?

The distance between Dover and Bournemouth is 188 miles. The road distance is 171.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Dover to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Bournemouth bus from?

Dover to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Bournemouth train from?

Dover to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Dover to Bournemouth is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £50 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Dover to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Dover to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dover to Bournemouth train arrive?

Dover to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Bournemouth is 171 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Dover to Bournemouth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Dover to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 44m
£34–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
7h 9m
£17–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 58m
£28–82
Drive 170.1 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Bournemouthcar 170.1 mi
2h 53m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 10m
£28–128

Dover to Bournemouth by train and bus

42Weekly Services

5h 58mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Bournemouth via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 9m.

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