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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Whitstable to Bournemouth

Composite routes from Whitstable to Bournemouth

Cheapest
2 h 43 min
Car
251 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 14 min
214 km.
from $199.07
7 h 2 min
214 km.
from $79.72
5 h 57 min
214 km.
from $159.63

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 6
Thameslink
Website
National Express
Website
Cross Country
Website
South Western Railway
Website
Elizabeth Line
Website
Southeastern
Website
Thameslink
Website
1h 38m
Hourly
$26.58–$54.43
0345 026 4700
0345 026 4700
Call
National Express
Website
2h 4m
Every 3 hours
$24.05–$34.18
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
Cross Country
Website
1h 23m
Hourly
$60.76–$151.89
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
South Western Railway
Website
1h 56m
Hourly
$69.62–$164.55
0345 6000 650
0345 6000 650
Call
Elizabeth Line
Website
1h 2m
Every 30 minutes
$13.92–$36.71
0343 222 1234
0343 222 1234
Call
Southeastern
Website
1h 24m
Hourly
$46.83–$69.62
+44 345 322 7021
+44 345 322 7021
Call

Questions and Answers

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 $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 7h 2m.

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 42m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Bournemouth via Whitstable and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

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 Rainham (Kent), Farringdon Without and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Bournemouth?

The distance between Whitstable and Bournemouth is 273 km. The road distance is 260.4 km.

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 14m and costs $97.83 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m 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 Whitstable station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Bournemouth train from?

Whitstable to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Rainham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Bournemouth is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $97.83 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Whitstable to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Whitstable to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Whitstable to Bournemouth train arrive?

Whitstable to Bournemouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Bournemouth is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Whitstable to Bournemouth.

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

Book your Whitstable 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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