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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colchester to Bournemouth

Composite routes from Colchester to Bournemouth

Cheapest
3 h
Car
292 km.
from $16
Other
3 h 18 min
Bus
321 km.
from €195
Details
3 h 15 min
232 km.
from $173.76
4 h 26 min
232 km.
from $146.76

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Other from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Other from Reading to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$151.89

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Other from London Waterloo to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$164.55

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Other from Shenfield to London
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$22.78
Other from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Other from Colchester to Stratford
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Other from Colchester to Shenfield
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth is to drive which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bournemouth via Stratford Underground Station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Colchester to Bournemouth?

The distance between Colchester and Bournemouth is 263 km. The road distance is 290.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $81.52 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Colchester to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bournemouth train from?

Colchester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Bournemouth train arrive?

Colchester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Bournemouth is 291 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Colchester to Bournemouth.

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

Book your Colchester to Bournemouth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2169+ hotels available in Bournemouth. Prices start at $76.05 per night.
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