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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Bournemouth Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Bournemouth via Clapham Junction and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Bournemouth?

The distance between Gatwick and Bournemouth is 128 miles. The road distance is 100.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Gatwick to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Bournemouth bus from?

Gatwick to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Bournemouth train from?

Gatwick to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Bournemouth is to train via Basingstoke which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £19 - £80 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Gatwick to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Gatwick to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Gatwick to Bournemouth train arrive?

Gatwick to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Bournemouth is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Gatwick to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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

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Train via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 5m
£38–81
Bus via Slough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3h 17m
£20–79
Drive 99.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Bournemouthcar 99.9 mi
2h 3m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
3h 7m
£37–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 206
3h 40m
£26–65

Gatwick to Bournemouth by train

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3h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.3 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth via Clapham Junction and Basingstoke in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 17m.

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