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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nottingham and arriving at Bournemouth. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Bournemouth?

The distance between Nottingham and Bournemouth is 237 miles. The road distance is 192.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 14m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Nottingham to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Bournemouth bus from?

Nottingham to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Bournemouth train from?

Nottingham to Bournemouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Bournemouth is to train via London which takes 4h 14m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Nottingham to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nottingham to Bournemouth train arrive?

Nottingham to Bournemouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Bournemouth is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Nottingham to Bournemouth.

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

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Nottingham to Bournemouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Nottingham to Bournemouth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 14m
£111–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 47m
£44–107
Drive 191.8 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Bournemouthcar 191.8 mi
3h 16m
£47–67
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
4h 58m
£129–260
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Bournemouthtrain Nottingham - Bournemouth
4h 36m
£120–180
Fly from East Midlands Airport, train
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EMA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
6h 11m
£103–247

Nottingham to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

216Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 235.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Bournemouth via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 47m.

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