Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ferndown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ferndown

With a population of 17,650, Ferndown is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ferndown to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Ferndown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Spikes Bistro at Dudsbury Hotel, Golf Club & Spa (64 Christchurch Road) and Horns Inn Ferndown (182 Christchurch Road) are great picks.

When to visit Ferndown

Ferndown in November
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ferndown in November
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ferndown

Plane

When flying to Ferndown, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Ferndown departs from London and takes around 18h 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ferndown, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Ferndown to London takes 1h 59m and costs around £19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £1,145 for a 7h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ferndown is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 90 miles from Ferndown. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Ferndown using National Express or FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Ferndown takes 50 miles and will cost you around £17. From London, the ticket costs about £22 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

When flying to Ferndown, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Ferndown departs from London and takes around 18h 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ferndown, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Ferndown to London takes 1h 59m and costs around £19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £1,145 for a 7h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ferndown is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 90 miles from Ferndown. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Ferndown using National Express or FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Ferndown takes 50 miles and will cost you around £17. From London, the ticket costs about £22 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Ferndown

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Ferndown

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ferndown

Average rates range from around £88 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £418 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ferndown

Most booked hotels in Ferndown

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The Bridge House, BW Signature Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Dudsbury Golf Club & Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Hilton Bournemouth
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£105+
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Travelodge Bournemouth Seafront
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£45+
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Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£54+
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Durley Dean
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£63+
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Hiring a car in Ferndown

Hiring a car in Ferndown costs £29 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Ferndown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Ferndown is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Ferndown costs £29 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Ferndown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Ferndown is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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