What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bovington?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bovington is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Bovington?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bovington is to fly and train which takes 4h 23m and costs £90 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bovington?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Bovington. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Tank Museum via Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Wool Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bovington?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bovington. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Wool via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Bovington?

The distance between Manchester and Bovington is 276 miles. The road distance is 227.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Bovington without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bovington without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £140 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Bovington?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Manchester to Bovington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bovington bus from?

Manchester to Bovington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bovington train from?

Manchester to Bovington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Bovington?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bovington is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £140 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Manchester to Bovington bus arrive?

Manchester to Bovington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Bovington train arrive?

Manchester to Bovington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Bovington?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bovington is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Manchester to Bovington.

Where can I stay near Bovington?

There are 2487+ hotels available in Bovington.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
6h 9m
£143–205
Drive 226.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Bovingtoncar 226.6 mi
4h 29m
£56–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
9h 15m
£59–151
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Wooltrain
4h 23m
£94–217
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Wooltrain
6h 26m
£99–342

Manchester to Bovington by train and bus

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Distance: 274.5 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Bovington, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Tank Museum via Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bournemouth Station, Bournemouth, Wool, and Wool Station in around 9h 15m.

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