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The British Museum
One of the world's great museums, known for its vast collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Asia, and the Middle East. A London essential for first-time visitors.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bovington Camp to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bovington Camp to London:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bovington Camp to London costing on average $41 (€33).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
The journey is about 13m faster (2h 40m by train vs 2h 53m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€33) vs $45 (€36)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Bovington Camp to London run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
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One of the world's great museums, known for its vast collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Asia, and the Middle East. A London essential for first-time visitors.
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London is among Europe’s priciest cities. Hotels, transport, and dining cost more than in most UK and European destinations.
Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5%. Round up in taxis. Tipping is optional in pubs and cafés.
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