How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Bournemouth?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Bournemouth start from £66. The average price for this train route is around £169. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Bournemouth?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Bournemouth is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 157 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 5m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Bournemouth route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Nottingham to Bournemouth departs at 08:07. And the latest train departs at 17:16.

Train Nottingham to Bournemouth from £63

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Bournemouth on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:07	Nottingham	5h 9m	21:16	Bournemouth	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:07	Nottingham	5h 9m	21:16	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Bournemouth on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:07	Nottingham	5h 8m	13:15	Bournemouth	CheapestFastest
Train	08:07	Nottingham	5h 8m	13:15	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	16:07	Nottingham	5h 9m	21:16	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	16:07	Nottingham	5h 9m	21:16	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Bournemouth on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:07	Nottingham	5h 8m	13:15	Bournemouth	CheapestFastest
Train	08:07	Nottingham	5h 8m	13:15	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	16:07	Nottingham	5h 9m	21:16	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	16:07	Nottingham	5h 9m	21:16	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Bournemouth on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:07	Nottingham	5h 8m	13:15	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	08:07	Nottingham	5h 8m	13:15	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	16:07	Nottingham	5h 9m	21:16	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	16:07	Nottingham	5h 9m	21:16	Bournemouth	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Nottingham to Bournemouth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 5mAverage duration

156 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £45	Average duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£66 - £405	Average duration5h 9m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £66

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Bournemouth by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Bournemouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Bournemouth start from £66. The average price for this train route is around £169. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Bournemouth?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Bournemouth is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 157 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 5m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Bournemouth route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Bournemouth?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Bournemouth departs at 08:07. And the latest train departs at 17:16.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Bournemouth was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £72

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

You can expect to pay from £72 to £390 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £72, which is on 2025-12-11.