York to Bournemouth bus with National Express

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Compare train and bus for York to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from York to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €77.

Distance: 364 km

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€46

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€116

Average price

8h 34m

Average total duration

8h 4m

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4h 41m

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4h 11m

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Live departures

York to Bournemouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for York to Bournemouth buses for today, Saturday, January 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:12 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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national_express10:25 AM York
9h40
8:05 PM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from York to Bournemouth

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Buses from York to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:12. The fastest bus covers the 364 km distance in 8h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
364 km
Average bus duration
8h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
€30
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
8h 50m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
22:12
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from York to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between York to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 50m
Cheapest Price
€30
National Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Bus from York to Bournemouth

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Bournemouth by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from York to Bournemouth can start from as little as €35 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for York to Bournemouth is €52; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the York to Bournemouth coach travel time is 9 h 10 min   for the 363 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from York to Bournemouth leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from York to Bournemouth leaves at 22: 12.
There are 5 coaches a day from York to Bournemouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the York to Bournemouth coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from York to Bournemouth as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from York to Bournemouth is September.
You have options as you can travel from York to Bournemouth 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from York to Bournemouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from York to Bournemouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from York to Bournemouth.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from York to Bournemouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from York to Bournemouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from York to Bournemouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from York to Bournemouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from York to Bournemouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from York to Bournemouth.

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