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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Bournemouth?

The distance between Stanstead and Bournemouth is 178 miles. The road distance is 176.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Stanstead to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Bournemouth bus from?

Stanstead to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Bournemouth is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Stanstead to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanstead to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Bournemouth is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Stanstead to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2443+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Stanstead to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 2m
£42–137
Line 43 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
5h 6m
£36–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
7h 30m
£39–88
Drive 175.7 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Bournemouthcar 175.7 mi
3h 15m
£43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
7h 41m
£49–126

Stanstead to Bournemouth by bus, train, and subway

82Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.3 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Bournemouth via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 30m.

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