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

The cheapest way to get from Dunstable to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunstable to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dunstable and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunstable to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Luton DART Parkway and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Dunstable and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Dunstable to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Leagrave and arriving at Bournemouth via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Dunstable to Bournemouth?

The distance between Dunstable and Bournemouth is 143 miles. The road distance is 123 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunstable to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Dunstable to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Bournemouth bus from?

Dunstable to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Bournemouth train from?

Dunstable to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.

Train or bus from Dunstable to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Dunstable to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Dunstable to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Dunstable to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Dunstable to Bournemouth train arrive?

Dunstable to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Dunstable to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunstable to Bournemouth is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Dunstable to Bournemouth.

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Dunstable to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dunstable to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leagrave to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 59m
£59–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
4h 39m
£24–55
Drive 122.3 mi
1. Drive from Dunstable to Bournemouthcar 122.3 mi
2h 8m
£30–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Quadrant to Aylesbury Bus Stnbus X4
2. Take the bus from Aylesbury Bus Stn to Queens Lanebus X20
3. Take the train from Oxford to Bournemouthtrain
5h 37m

Dunstable to Bournemouth by train and subway

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Distance: 141.9 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Leagrave to Bournemouth via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Bournemouth Station via Hampton by Hilton, Luton DART Parkway, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 39m.

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