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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Long Reach and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Bournemouth?

The distance between Whitstable and Bournemouth is 166 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Whitstable to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Bournemouth bus from?

Whitstable to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Long Reach station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Bournemouth train from?

Whitstable to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Whitstable to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Whitstable to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Whitstable to Bournemouth train arrive?

Whitstable to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Bournemouth is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Whitstable to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London VictoriaRamsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 17m
£40–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Long Reach to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
6h 42m
£18–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London VictoriaRamsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
5h 26m
£28–63
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Bournemouth155.9 mi
2h 43m
£39–56

Whitstable to Bournemouth by train

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Map of how to get from Whitstable to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Bournemouth Station via Long Reach, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 42m.

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