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London to Bournemouth Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Bournemouth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 10.450, with average prices for this route around KWD 4.330. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 14.150
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 14.150
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 13.480
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 13.270
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 11.980
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 11.980
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 10.450
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:10
London Waterloo
07:07
Bournemouth
6h 57m, Changes requiredSouth Western Railway
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05:30
London Waterloo
07:44
Bournemouth
2h 14m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:30
London Waterloo
08:46
Bournemouth
2h 16m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:03
London Waterloo
09:10
Bournemouth
2h 7m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:20
London Paddington
09:13
Bournemouth
1h 53m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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07:35
London Waterloo
09:28
Paris
1h 53m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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London to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:10
Last train
Last train
23:40
Departure station
Departure station
London
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 44m
Distance
Distance
93 miles
Price
Price
KWD 10.450*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Bournemouth

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London and Bournemouth, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London to Bournemouth. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Bournemouth for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Bournemouth, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from London to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Bournemouth Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.