How far is Bournemouth from Heathrow by coach?

The distance between Heathrow and Bournemouth by coach is approximately 81 miles (130 km).

Is there a way to reach Bournemouth from Heathrow without a car?

The best way to go from Heathrow to Bournemouth without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Heathrow to Bournemouth from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Heathrow to Bournemouth on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:10	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	2h 5m	01:15	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	1h 46m	01:45	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	09:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 5m	11:35	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:55	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	2h 35m	14:30	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	09:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 5m	11:35	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Bournemouth on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:35	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	2h 6m	09:41	County Gates	Cheapest
Bus	01:25	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	1h 40m	03:05	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 55m	03:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:10	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 55m	03:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:20	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 10m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Heathrow to Bournemouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

81 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £60	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£42 - £123	Average duration2h 49m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Bournemouth?

Stops in Heathrow

A
London Heathrow Airport
Visit page
B
Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central
708 Bath Road, Hounslow TW5 9TW
C
Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4
Shepiston Lane (Valid any Departure), Hayes UB3
D
Comfort Hotel
Arlington Court, Mercure London Heathrow Hotel: Valid any Departure , Hayes UB3
E
EasyHotel
2 Bletchmore Close, Hayes UB3
F
Novotel Hotel
Holloway Lane, Valid any Departure, West Drayton UB7

Stops in Bournemouth

A
Coach Station
Bournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
Visit page
B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK
C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,733 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Passengers consistently praise the bus service for its punctuality, cleanliness, and friendly drivers. Many reviews highlight comfortable journeys with attentive staff who ensure a smooth travel experience. Although there were minor issues such as confusion at Heathrow Airport and occasional discomfort due to seating arrangements or warmth inside the bus, these did not overshadow the overall positive experiences reported by travelers.

National Express Heathrow Bournemouth recent customer reviews

My coach never arrived and I was very fortunate to get on an earlier scheduled one which was running two hours late. No communication and helpline was unresponsive. I ended up two hours late! Never again!

Paul C.

31 August 2024

Nice, helpful driver. Bus left on time. Smooth journey. Comfortable seating. Temperature of coach was fine. Arrived on time.

Barbara S.

21 July 2024

I've never travelled by National Express before. I asked the bus and coach team 3 times which stand my bus to Bournemouth would be going from. Not once did they tell me it would say Poole on the bus, so I missed the bus. I had to pay £42 for another ticket and wait 2 hours for the next bus which actually said Bournemouth on it.

Bess M.

9 May 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11446 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £12

Flixbus Heathrow Bournemouth recent customer reviews

The bus journey was very smooth and on time. The only problem was in Heathrow bus station when the board still said wait in lounge while the bus was departing.

Graeme W.

3 June 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Heathrow to Bournemouth

How far is Bournemouth from Heathrow by coach?
The distance between Heathrow and Bournemouth by coach is approximately 81 miles (130 km).
Is there a way to reach Bournemouth from Heathrow without a car?
The best way to go from Heathrow to Bournemouth without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/11

£18

25/11

£10

Today

£9

27/11

£17

28/11

£17

29/11

£21

30/11

£17

01/12

£9

The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Bournemouth was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £48 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-01.