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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Bournemouth via Grantham, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Bournemouth?

The distance between Sleaford and Bournemouth is 234 miles. The road distance is 204 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 32m and costs £80 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Sleaford to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Bournemouth train from?

Sleaford to Bournemouth train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Sleaford to Bournemouth train arrive?

Sleaford to Bournemouth train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Bournemouth is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Sleaford to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2443+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Sleaford to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sleaford to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 32m
£82–217
Drive 202.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sleaford to Bournemouthcar 202.8 mi
3h 43m
£50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Knebworth Park Estatebus K04
3. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Bournemouth Stationbus K05
6h 55m
£51–77
Train
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain
6h 36m
£118–325
Train, bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Finsbury Parktrain
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
6h 58m
£58–119

Sleaford to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

102Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sleaford to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 232.6 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Bournemouth via Grantham, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 32m.

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