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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth is to line 321 bus and bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Luton Station Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Bournemouth via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Bournemouth?

The distance between Harpenden and Bournemouth is 135 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £24 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Bournemouth bus from?

Harpenden to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Harpenden to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £24 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Harpenden to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Harpenden to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Harpenden to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harpenden to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Bournemouth is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Harpenden to Bournemouth.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden 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 49m
£24–102
Line 321 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 30m
£14–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
4h 32m
£41–79
Drive 118.3 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Bournemouthcar 118.3 mi
2h 2m
£29–42

Harpenden to Bournemouth by train and subway

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £13–65 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Bournemouth Station via Luton Station Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 32m.

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