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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Swindon to Bournemouth?

The distance between Swindon and Bournemouth is 117 miles. The road distance is 67.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Swindon to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Bournemouth bus from?

Swindon to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Bournemouth train from?

Swindon to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Swindon to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £17 - £75 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Swindon to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Swindon to Bournemouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Bournemouth train arrive?

Swindon to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Bournemouth is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Swindon to Bournemouth.

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

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

Book your Swindon to Bournemouth bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to ReadingBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 40m
£40–112
Drive 67.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Bournemouth67.2 mi
1h 36m
£17–25
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk044 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
3h 38m
£18–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to North StreetX5
2. Take the bus from North Street to Blue Boar RowX5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to Meeting House LaneX3
4h 49m

Swindon to Bournemouth by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.5 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Bournemouth via Reading in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 38m.

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