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

The cheapest way to get from Watchet to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watchet to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Watchet and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Watchet to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Watchet to Bournemouth?

The distance between Watchet and Bournemouth is 200 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watchet to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 56m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Watchet to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watchet to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Watchet to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watchet to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Watchet to Bournemouth is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Watchet to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2684+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 56m
£89–152
Drive 85.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watchet to Bournemouthcar 85.2 mi
2h 7m
£21–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
6h 34m
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
5h 4m
£55–113

Watchet to Bournemouth by bus and train

102Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.1 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Brendon Road to Bournemouth via Hither Mead, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton, and Reading in around 4h 56m.

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