The cheapest and fastest coaches from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Buses per day
13
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.
To travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:554h40Royal Tunbridge Wells10:35BournemouthFind prices2 changes
6:535h17Royal Tunbridge Wells12:10BournemouthFind prices2 changes
13:516h04Royal Tunbridge Wells19:55Bournemouth£391One-way3 changes
16:525h43Royal Tunbridge Wells22:35Bournemouth£391One-way3 changes
7:205h45Royal Tunbridge Wells13:05Bournemouth£521One-way3 changes
5:554h40Royal Tunbridge Wells10:35BournemouthFind prices2 changes
19:334h52Royal Tunbridge Wells0:25Bournemouth£521One-way3 changes
10:555h10Royal Tunbridge Wells16:05Bournemouth£521One-way3 changes
6:535h17Royal Tunbridge Wells12:10BournemouthFind prices2 changes
20:285h17Royal Tunbridge Wells1:45Bournemouth£521One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 157 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m 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 today, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h20 | 12:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h10 | 12:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h10 | 14:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h00 | 14:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h25 | 16:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:00 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 3h15 | 16:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h20 | 19:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h10 | 19:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h10 | 19:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h00 | 19:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h20 | 21:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 3h10 | 21:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h50 | 22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:10 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 3h40 | 22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h00 | 0:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 3h50 | 0:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 1:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:55 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 3h20 | 1:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth
Buses from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bournemouth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 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 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
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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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