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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to London
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€57
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 18
46
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to London will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 46 trains from Bournemouth to London, including 33 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L803119:07 PM2h22Bournemouth station (BMH)11:29 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€271One-way0 transfers- L801698:52 PM1h54Bournemouth station (BMH)10:46 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€311One-way0 transfers
- L801537:54 PM1h52Bournemouth station (BMH)9:46 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€311One-way0 transfers
- L802877:17 PM2h12Bournemouth station (BMH)9:29 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€311One-way0 transfers
- L801436:54 PM1h55Bournemouth station (BMH)8:49 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€311One-way0 transfers
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G149083:45 PM1h50Bournemouth station (BMH)5:35 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€811One-way1 transfer- G00887+W344981:45 PM1h51Bournemouth station (BMH)3:36 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)€811One-way1 transfer
- L801537:54 PM1h52Bournemouth station (BMH)9:46 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€311One-way0 transfers
- L800689:54 AM1h53Bournemouth station (BMH)11:47 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€541One-way0 transfers
- L801698:52 PM1h54Bournemouth station (BMH)10:46 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to London
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 151 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€44 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to London:
A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to London costing on average €44.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
Live departures
Bournemouth to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to London trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00858+W34472 | On time 8:40 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h05 | 10:45 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80363_L80064 | 8:51 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h58 | 10:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L84941_L80195 | 9:17 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h03 | 11:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00861+G15043 | On time 9:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h01 | 11:46 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80068 | 9:54 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h53 | 11:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80201 | On time 10:17 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h03 | 12:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00866+W35125 | On time 10:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h00 | 12:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80073 | On time 10:54 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h55 | 12:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80207 | On time 11:17 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h04 | 1:21 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00875+W35182 | On time 11:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h00 | 1:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80079 | On time 11:54 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h55 | 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80217 | On time 12:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h04 | 2:21 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00879+G15047 | On time 12:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h59 | 2:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80087 | On time 12:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h55 | 2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80227 | 1:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h03 | 3:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00887+W34498 | On time 1:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h51 | 3:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80097 | On time 1:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h55 | 3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80237 | On time 2:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h03 | 4:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00891+G15048 | On time 2:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h56 | 4:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80105 | On time 2:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h55 | 4:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80247 | On time 3:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h03 | 5:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00895+G14908 | On time 3:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h50 | 5:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80115 | On time 3:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h55 | 5:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L84970_L80257 | 4:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h03 | 6:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00901+W34513 | On time 4:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h54 | 6:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80123 | On time 4:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h55 | 6:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L84975_L80267 | 5:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h03 | 7:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00912+W35200 | On time 5:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h59 | 7:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80133 | On time 5:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h57 | 7:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L84980_L80277 | 6:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h02 | 8:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80143 | 6:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h55 | 8:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L84984_L80287 | 7:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h12 | 9:29 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80153 | On time 7:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h52 | 9:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80297 | On time 8:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h07 | 10:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80169 | On time 8:52 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h54 | 10:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80312 | On time 9:07 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h23 | 11:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L84996+G15311 · W35395 | On time 10:09 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h07 | 1:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| L78743 | 5:10 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h16 | 7:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L78869 | 5:50 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h57 | 7:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L78750 | 6:06 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h13 | 8:19 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00851+L79336 | 6:30 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h13 | 8:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| L80341_L78871 | 6:48 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h00 | 8:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80347_L78756 | 7:21 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h04 | 9:25 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00855+W35358 | 7:30 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h13 | 9:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80355_L78760 | 7:51 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h02 | 9:53 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L78764 | 8:13 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h13 | 10:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bournemouth to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bournemouth to London run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Bournemouth to London trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Bournemouth and London from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
CrossCountry
The first train leaves just after 05:00 a.m. and the last one a little after 11:00 p.m.The journey takes on average between 2 and 2.5 hours. Peak times are from 05:00 a.m. to 07:30 a.m. and there are two trains just after 11:00 p.m.that are also peak times. Most train connections are direct and require no changes but some passengers may need to change at Reading. The main train company is South West Trains, which can take travellers direct to London every twenty minutes during the morning.
Bournemouth
Bournemouth is a large coastal resort town located on the south coast of England, popular among tourists looking for leisure, entertainment, culture and recreation. travellers can visit the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, which host permanent and temporary classical to contemporary exhibitions. For a relaxing afternoon, visitors can enjoy a stroll along the promenade, going from the Bournemouth Pier to the Boscombe Pier and stopping for some tea and cake at one of the cafes along the seafront.
London
London is the favourite tourist destination in the UK, probably due to everything the city has to offer. It has much more to offer than Big Ben and the iconic red telephone boxes; for instance, visitors can also enjoy a day out shopping or visiting markets such as Camden Market or Covent Garden Market. London's nightlife is also very diverse, visitors can enjoy a night out in a club or in a more laid back intimate venue.
Trains from Bournemouth to London
Taking the train is often the fastest and almost always the most comfortable way to make the journey from Bournemouth to the UK capital. Services are very frequent, with as many as 4 direct trains per hour all week long. travellers can expect a choice of over 40 trains from Bournemouth to London every day, and a journey time ranging from 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes.
Which train companies travelling from Bournemouth to London?
A range of companies travelling from Bournemouth to London. Options will include tickets from both Cross Country and South Western Railway - the major operator on the route.
How long is the train from Bournemouth to London?
Train services from Bournemouth to London will generally take between 1 hour 50 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes when no changes are needed.
How many trains are there from Bournemouth to London?
The Bournemouth to London route always offers plenty of choices for travellers. Trains depart 2-4 times per hour, with over 40 total options every day of the week. There are no seasonal breaks in the schedule, and trains run from early morning to late evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Bournemouth to London?
Departure train station: Trains from Bournemouth to London will leave from Bournemouth Station, which can be found on Holdenhurst Road, around 1 mile north of the seafront and the pier. Buses offer a quick and reliable route to the station from central Bournemouth. Just catch services 3, 4, 5, or 6 - all of which stop right outside the station doors. Taxis are sometimes the most convenient option for those with extra luggage, and the trip from the seafront should take no longer than 15 minutes.
Arrival train station: Trains from Bournemouth will arrive at either London Paddington or London Waterloo. Waterloo is located south of the River Thames, close to the London Eye and attractions like the Houses of Parliament. It's on the Northern Line of the London Underground, which makes reaching popular tourist districts very easy. Paddington is in north-west London, and is located on the District, Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Bakerloo Tube lines. It's ideal for those heading to the West End, and also works well for travellers headed to Heathrow Airport. Express trains leave every 10 minutes for the UK's biggest airport, and take 15-20 minutes.
FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to London
Most Bournemouth to London trains use the Bournemouth to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminal 5. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to London leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which London station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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