Due to the high volumes of spectators expected for the Air Festival; we expect heavy traffic congestion in and around the Bournemouth and Boscombe Seafront areas. Rather than sit in traffic queues; why not consider taking the bus or train for a change? Buses can take you directly to Bournemouth and Boscombe seafronts.

Travelling by Bus

All buses that serve Bournemouth Centre/Square either pass alongside the seafront or town centre, from where it's a short walk through the gardens to the pier.

From Boscombe there is a frequent bus - number 11 - which links Boscombe Centre to Boscombe Pier. Click here for more information (opens in new window).

Coaches

There will be a coach drop off point in Gervis Road with coach parking at Queens Road, Westbourne which can be accessed off the A338.

There will also be limited overflow coach parking at Cotlands Road car park on Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st August situated along from Bournemouth Train Station.

Travelling by Train

Bournemouth Station

Bournemouth is very well served by trains from the local area - with three trains an hour from Southampton and two from Weymouth. Regular services link Bournemouth with London (Waterloo) with Birmingham, Oxford & Reading linked by Cross Country services. For all details of trains contact National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950 or visit the following website's: www.nationalrail.co.uk, www.southwesttrains.co.uk or www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk.

From the station there are buses every couple of minutes to the seafront. Alternatively, the seafront is about a 20 minute walk away. Bournemouth Council has a Travel & Tourism office opposite the station, signposted as you leave the station. Staff there will be please to help with any local travel enquiries you might have.

Pokesdown Station

Located near Boscombe, this provides an alternative rail access point for the Air Festival. A regular bus leaves from outside the station taking you to Boscombe Pier & Seafront. This bus is free for rail passengers who have a valid ticket to Pokesdown or Bournemouth, further information here (opens in new window).

Please note that Pokesdown Station and the linked bus are not fully accessible, those with less mobility are advised to use Bournemouth Station.

Extra Trains:

South West Trains are providing extra services for the Saturday evening of the festival, as follows.

• 23:18 hrs - from Bournemouth to Poole will be extended to Hamworthy & Wareham
• 21:05 hrs - from Bournemouth to Southampton, continues to Waterloo - calling at all stations except Beaulieu Road, Redbridge & Milbrook.
• 21:40 hrs - from Bournemouth to Southampton, continues to Waterloo - calling at all stations except Beaulieu Road, Redbridge & Milbrook.
• 22:40 hrs - from Bournemouth to Southampton Central - calling at all stations except Beaulieu Road, Redbridge & Milbrool.

Travelling by Cycle

Cycle racks are available for use at the eastern end of the East Overcliff Drive.

Travelling by Car

Park & Ride
Thursday to Sunday at: Bournemouth University & Kings Park
Saturday & Sunday (only) at: Littledown Centre

All Park & Ride sites open 9 am to 8.30 pm : Cost £10 per car.

Disabled Parking

Limited pay and display disabled parking for blue badge holders only will be available at Boscombe Overstrand car park next to Boscombe Pier

There will also be a pay and display viewing area at the car park where Manor Road meets East Overcliff Drive. Please note that East Overcliff Drive is closed throughout the event so follow the AA signs to this car park. You will need to show your blue badge to the Marshall to access this.