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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Bournemouth?

The distance between Rayleigh and Bournemouth is 146 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Bournemouth train from?

Rayleigh to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Bournemouth train arrive?

Rayleigh to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Bournemouth is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Rayleigh to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Rayleigh to Bournemouth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Rayleigh to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 12m
£32–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
6h 31m
£21–43
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Bournemouth146.6 mi
2h 33m
£36–52

Rayleigh to Bournemouth by train and subway

257Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.1 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Bournemouth via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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