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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Bournemouth is to train and bus which costs £25 - £75 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Bournemouth Station via King Street and Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Kent to Bournemouth?

The distance between Kent and Bournemouth is 156 miles. The road distance is 140.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Kent to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Bournemouth bus from?

Kent to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Bournemouth train from?

Kent to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.

Train or bus from Kent to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Kent to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Kent to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Kent to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where does the Kent to Bournemouth train arrive?

Kent to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Kent to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Bournemouth is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Kent to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
4h 1m
£38–128
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
5h 57m
£26–73
Drive 139.5 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Bournemouthcar 139.5 mi
2h 26m
£34–50
Train via Maidstone East
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 15m
£29–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B23
2. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Bournemouth Stationbus B10
6h 44m
£36–50

Kent to Bournemouth by train

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4h 1mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.8 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Bournemouth Station via King Street and Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate in around 6h 44m.

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