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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £14 - £30 and takes 3h 25m.

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 4m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Bournemouth via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

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 which takes 3h 2m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m 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 FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal 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 which takes 3h 2m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £30 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Gatwick to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Gatwick to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Gatwick to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Bournemouth is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m 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?

Book your Gatwick to Bournemouth bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Bournemouth / ...
3h 2m
£46–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Bournemouthbus Uk061
3h 25m
£14–30
Drive 99.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Bournemouthcar 99.9 mi
2h 4m
£25–37
Train via Portsmouth
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Havanttrain
2. Take the train from Havant to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
3h 42m
£44–84
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
4h 20m
£33–45

Gatwick to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 127.3 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £35–80 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Bournemouth via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 in around 3h 25m.

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