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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Bournemouth is to bus via London which costs £24 - £35 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Bournemouth?

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

How far is it from Luton to Bournemouth?

The distance between Luton and Bournemouth is 140 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £29 - £95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Luton to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Luton to Bournemouth train from?

Luton to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Luton to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £29 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Luton to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Bournemouth train arrive?

Luton to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Luton to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Bournemouth is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Luton to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to West Hampstead ThameslinkBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 58m
£30–93
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Green Line Coach Station757
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
5h 48m
£25–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Station230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
3h 32m
£33–84
Drive 122.1 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Bournemouth122.1 mi
2h 1m
£30–43

Luton to Bournemouth by train and subway

257Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Bournemouth via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 32m.

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