How much is the train ticket from London to Bournemouth?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Bournemouth start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Bournemouth?

The average train trip from London to Bournemouth takes 1h 58m and covers 150 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Bournemouth route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Bournemouth?

The earliest train from London to Bournemouth departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Train London to Bournemouth from $25

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35pm	Waterloo	1h 46m	10:21pm	Bournemouth	CheapestFastest
Train	10:06pm	Wimbledon	2h 17m	12:23am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	10:06pm	Wimbledon	2h 17m	12:23am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	8:35pm	Waterloo	1h 46m	10:21pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	9:05pm	Waterloo	2h 9m	11:14pm	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:05am	Waterloo	1h 58m	10:03am	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	4:12pm	Clapham Junction	1h 43m	5:55pm	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waterloo	2h 7m	9:10am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waterloo	2h 7m	9:10am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 53m	9:28am	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:12pm	Clapham Junction	1h 49m	5:01pm	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	8:35am	Waterloo	1h 46m	10:21am	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 55m	9:30am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 55m	9:30am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	8:05am	Waterloo	1h 56m	10:01am	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:09am	Clapham Junction	2h 26m	10:35am	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	8:09am	Clapham Junction	2h 26m	10:35am	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	7:05am	Waterloo	3h 16m	10:21am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:05am	Waterloo	3h 16m	10:21am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	8:00am	Waterloo	2h 35m	10:35am	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Clapham Junction	2h	9:10am	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	4:12pm	Clapham Junction	1h 43m	5:55pm	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waterloo	2h 7m	9:10am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waterloo	2h 7m	9:10am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 53m	9:28am	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Waterloo	2h 7m	9:10am	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	4:12pm	Clapham Junction	1h 43m	5:55pm	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waterloo	2h 7m	9:10am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 53m	9:28am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 53m	9:28am	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Waterloo	2h 7m	9:10am	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	4:12pm	Clapham Junction	1h 43m	5:55pm	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waterloo	2h 7m	9:10am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 53m	9:28am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 53m	9:28am	Bournemouth	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:58 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Bournemouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

151 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $112	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $267	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $29	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the WiFi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $27

South Western Railway London Bournemouth recent customer reviews

very satisfied. Friday ticket price excellent. Saturday morning not as good

Jim Demetrious G.

November 25, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Bournemouth by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Bournemouth?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Bournemouth start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Bournemouth?
The average train trip from London to Bournemouth takes 1h 58m and covers 150 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Bournemouth route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Bournemouth?
The earliest train from London to Bournemouth departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$72

12-10

$80

Today

$97

12-12

$51

12-13

$57

12-14

$50

12-15

$45

12-16

$45

The cheapest trip from London to Bournemouth was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $45

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Bournemouth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $45 to $253 for a train ticket from London to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-15.