The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to St Albans
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to St Albans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to St Albans will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bournemouth for St Albans every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 157 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to St Albans
Buses from Bournemouth to St Albans run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:21, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 157 km |
Average bus duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 03:21 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to St AlbansYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to St Albans with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to St Albans coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to St Albans by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Albans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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