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

The cheapest way to get from Worcester to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Worcester to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Worcester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Worcester to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Worcester Shrub Hill and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Worcester to Bournemouth?

The distance between Worcester and Bournemouth is 160 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Worcester to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Worcester to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Worcester to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Worcester to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £90 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Worcester to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Worcester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester to Bournemouth is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Worcester to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Readingtrain Great Malvern - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 46m
£48–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Uk044
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus Uk061
5h 54m
£26–87
Drive 120.8 mi
1. Drive from Worcester to Bournemouthcar 120.8 mi
2h 30m
£30–43
Train via Oxford
1. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Oxfordtrain Great Malvern - Oxford / ...
2. Take the train from Oxford to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 58m
£34–102

Worcester to Bournemouth by train

112Weekly Trains

3h 46mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Worcester to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 159.5 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Bournemouth via Reading in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Bournemouth Station via Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, Clarence Parade arrival, Royal Well Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 54m.

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