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 13m.

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 13m 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 16m.

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 4h 59m and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m 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 4h 59m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 16m.

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 13m to drive from Stanstead to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2371+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Stanstead to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 / ...
4h 59m
£45–133
Bus
cheapest
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 16m
£35–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth Stationbus Uk061
7h 5m
£38–106
Drive 175.7 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Bournemouthcar 175.7 mi
3h 13m
£43–62

Stanstead to Bournemouth by bus, train, and subway

81Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stanstead to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 177.3 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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 4h 59m. 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 16m.

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