How much is the train ticket from London to Bournemouth?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Bournemouth start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $68. 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 57m and covers 144 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 42m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Bournemouth route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 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 11:35pm.

Train London to Bournemouth from $19

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:05pm	Waterloo	1h 56m	5:01pm	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 January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:35pm	Waterloo	1h 51m	5:26pm	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 January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:35pm	Waterloo	1h 51m	5:26pm	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 January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:05pm	Waterloo	1h 56m	5:01pm	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 January 30
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 January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 54m	9:29am	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	8:35am	Waterloo	1h 45m	10:20am	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	7:35am	Waterloo	1h 54m	9:29am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	8:05am	Waterloo	1h 55m	10:00am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	8:05am	Waterloo	1h 55m	10:00am	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	Waterloo	2h 30m	10:23am	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	8:44am	Clapham Junction	1h 50m	10:34am	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	7:53am	Waterloo	2h 30m	10:23am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	8:36am	Waterloo	1h 58m	10:34am	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	8:36am	Waterloo	1h 58m	10:34am	Bournemouth	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:44 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 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

151 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $115	Average Duration3h 1m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $264	Average Duration1h 57m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $24	Average Duration1h 40m	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 $20

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 $20. The average price for this train route is around $68. 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 57m and covers 144 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 42m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Bournemouth route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 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 11:35pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-24

$65

01-25

$57

Today

$57

01-27

$51

01-28

$51

01-29

$51

01-30

$45

01-31

$45

The cheapest trip from London to Bournemouth was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 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 $252 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 2026-01-31.