How much is the train ticket from Oxford to Bournemouth?

The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Bournemouth start from R 314. The average price for this train route is around R 1 777. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oxford to Bournemouth?

The average train journey time from Oxford to Bournemouth is 1h 58m, covering a distance of 122 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 53m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Oxford to Bournemouth route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Oxford to Bournemouth departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 20:19.

Train Oxford to Bournemouth from R 296

Next train departures

Next departures from Oxford to Bournemouth on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Oxford	1h 57m	09:13	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	10:19	Oxford	1h 53m	12:12	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	07:16	Oxford	1h 57m	09:13	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:16	Oxford	1h 57m	10:13	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:16	Oxford	1h 57m	10:13	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures from Oxford to Bournemouth on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Oxford	2h	09:16	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	08:18	Oxford	1h 55m	10:13	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	07:16	Oxford	2h	09:16	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:18	Oxford	1h 55m	10:13	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	09:16	Oxford	1h 55m	11:11	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures from Oxford to Bournemouth on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:16	Oxford	2h 35m	12:51	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	14:18	Oxford	2h 33m	16:51	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	10:16	Oxford	2h 35m	12:51	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	12:16	Oxford	2h 35m	14:51	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	12:16	Oxford	2h 35m	14:51	Bournemouth	No tags

Next departures from Oxford to Bournemouth on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Oxford	1h 57m	09:13	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	10:19	Oxford	1h 53m	12:12	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	07:16	Oxford	1h 57m	09:13	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:16	Oxford	1h 57m	10:13	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:16	Oxford	1h 57m	10:13	Bournemouth	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:00 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Oxford 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 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 269, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage duration

123 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 215 - R 1 537	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 314 - R 3 254	Average duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 269 - R 269	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg 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 R 314

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxford to Bournemouth by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Oxford to Bournemouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Bournemouth start from R 314. The average price for this train route is around R 1 777. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oxford to Bournemouth?
The average train journey time from Oxford to Bournemouth is 1h 58m, covering a distance of 122 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 53m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Oxford to Bournemouth route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxford to Bournemouth?
The earliest train from Oxford to Bournemouth departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 20:19.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 302

10/12

R 1 031

Today

R 1 031

12/12

R 910

13/12

R 715

14/12

R 825

15/12

No data

16/12

R 903

The cheapest trip from Oxford to Bournemouth was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 302

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

You can expect to pay from R 302 to R 3 149 for a train ticket from Oxford to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 715, which is on 2025-12-13.