Find coaches from Gatwick to Bournemouth

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Next departures from Gatwick to Bournemouth on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National Express
    		Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
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    National Express
      		Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
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      National Express
        		Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
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        National Express
          		Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
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          National Express
            		Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
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            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            30bus per day
            3h 40mAverage duration
            128 kmDistance
            3kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$19 - US$74Average duration3h 40m
            3kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceUS$16 - US$16Average duration3h
            5kg CO₂e

            Bus Gatwick to Bournemouth: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$44
            Average bus trip duration3h 40m
            Number of daily buses30
            Earliest bus departure05:40
            Distance128 km
            Latest bus departure23:45

            Gatwick to Bournemouth Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Gatwick - Bournemouth

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Gatwick to Bournemouth cost?

              The bus ticket price from Gatwick to Bournemouth starts at US$19. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gatwick to Bournemouth is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Gatwick to Bournemouth?

              The average travel time between Gatwick and Bournemouth is around 3h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 129 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Gatwick and Bournemouth?

              The number of buses from Gatwick to Bournemouth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Gatwick to Bournemouth by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Gatwick to Bournemouth?

              When taking the bus from Gatwick to Bournemouth, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express.

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            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gatwick to Bournemouth as early as possible.

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Gatwick to Bournemouth will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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