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

The cheapest way to get from Grays to Bournemouth is to bus via West Ham which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grays to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Grays and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Grays to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Grays and arriving at Bournemouth via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Grays to Bournemouth?

The distance between Grays and Bournemouth is 132 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grays to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Grays to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grays to Bournemouth train from?

Grays to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Grays to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Grays to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Grays to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grays to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Grays to Bournemouth is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Grays to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 58m
£55–134
Bus via West Ham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 37m
£25–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
4h 42m
£35–77
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Grays to Bournemouthcar 131.9 mi
2h 22m
£33–47

Grays to Bournemouth by train and bus

142Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.9 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Bournemouth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station hourly. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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