The cheapest and fastest coaches from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 1 buses that leave Royal Tunbridge Wells for Bournemouth 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 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
21:104h00Royal Tunbridge Wells1:10Bournemouth£181One-way0 changes
21:104h00Royal Tunbridge Wells1:10Bournemouth£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 157 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:10 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 4h00 | 1:10 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth
Buses from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 157 km |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
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Bus providers: Metrobus, Centaur Coaches from Royal Tunbridge Wells to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth with Metrobus, Centaur Coaches for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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