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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Bournemouth is to bus via Birmingham which costs £60 - £85 and takes 13h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Bournemouth is to fly and train which takes 3h 37m and costs £50 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Scotland to Bournemouth?

The distance between Scotland and Bournemouth is 397 miles. The road distance is 431.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs £180 - £650.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Scotland to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Bournemouth bus from?

Scotland to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Bournemouth train from?

Scotland to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Scotland to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Scotland to Bournemouth is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs £180 - £650. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £60 - £85 and takes 13h 10m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £260 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Scotland to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Scotland to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Scotland to Bournemouth train arrive?

Scotland to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Bournemouth is 431 miles. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from Scotland to Bournemouth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Scotland to Bournemouth?

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Scotland to Bournemouth - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Bournemouth by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
3h 49m
£100–254
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
3h 37m
£52–195
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
8h 7m
£186–605
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 160
13h 10m
£61–83
Drive 428.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Bournemouthcar 428.6 mi
7h 29m
£105–151
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
6h 7m
£76–193
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
6h 19m
£86–210
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
5h 52m
£116–400
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bournemouth Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)plane EDI - BOH
4h 34m
£52–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Ukxn10
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
14h 15m
£64–88

Scotland to Bournemouth by train

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8h 7mAverage Duration

£186Cheapest Price

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Distance: 394.8 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Scotland and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street in around 8h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 13h 10m.

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