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20/03/2025
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London to Bournemouth by bus

The journey from London to Bournemouth by bus is 95.02 mi and takes 3 hrs 2 mins. There are 118 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:30 and the last at 23:59. It is possible to travel from London to Bournemouth by bus for as little as £2.65 or as much as £51.91. The best price for this journey is £2.65.

Lowest Price £2.65
Journey Duration 3 hrs 2 mins
Connection per Day 118
Lowest Price £2.65
Highest Price £51.91
First Departure 00:30
Last Departure 23:59
Distance 95.02 mi
Departure London
Arrival Bournemouth
Carriers National Express

London to Bournemouth Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, 20 Mar 2025

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Best time to book London to Bournemouth travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £3.29 to £16.53 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 80% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Bournemouth

The cheapest London - Bournemouth bus tickets can be found for as low as £5.47 if you’re lucky, or £12.07 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £17.08.

Find the best day to travel to Bournemouth by bus

When travelling to Bournemouth by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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London to Bournemouth CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
10.7kg
Bus
11.47kg
Flight
30.58kg
Car
24.47kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Bournemouth?
A bus ticket from London to Bournemouth is £25.82. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £2.65.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Bournemouth?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Bournemouth is £2.65. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Bournemouth by bus?
London to Bournemouth is 95.02 mi.
How long does the bus between London and Bournemouth take?
London to Bournemouth is on average 3 hrs 2 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 45 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Bournemouth?
London to Bournemouth has 118 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Bournemouth leave?
The earliest bus from London to Bournemouth departs at 00:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Bournemouth depart?
The latest bus from London to Bournemouth departs at 23:59. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Bournemouth in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £2.65 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Bournemouth?
There are on average 104 direct connection(s) from London to go to Bournemouth.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Bournemouth by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Bournemouth is 1 hr 45 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Bournemouth?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Bournemouth.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Bournemouth by bus?
The bus journey from London to Bournemouth creates 11.47kg of CO2 emissions.

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