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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stansted and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Stansted to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Flagstone Paving and arriving at Bournemouth Station via The Portobello Inn and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Borough Green & Wrotham and arriving at Bournemouth via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Stansted to Bournemouth?

The distance between Stansted and Bournemouth is 140 miles. The road distance is 125.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Stansted to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Bournemouth bus from?

Stansted to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Bournemouth train from?

Stansted to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Borough Green & Wrotham station.

Train or bus from Stansted to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Stansted to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Stansted to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Stansted to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Stansted to Bournemouth train arrive?

Stansted to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Stansted to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Bournemouth is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Stansted to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2625+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 17m
£79–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
5h 33m
£27–44
Drive 125 mi
1. Drive from Stansted to Bournemouthcar 125 mi
2h 11m
£32–45
Train via Barrack Row
1. Take the train from Gravesend to London Waterloo Easttrain Gravesend - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 18m
£52–106
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
6h 23m
£27–47

Stansted to Bournemouth by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 139.4 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stansted to Bournemouth via Borough Green & Wrotham, London Waterloo East, and London Waterloo in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £17–27 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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