4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Bournemouth
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€68
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€120
Fastest journey on Oct 27
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
2 h 52 m
Trains on Oct 27
10
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bournemouth will cost around €120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Bournemouth without transferring at least once.
GW353400 · V21636+
L802338:25 AM3h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€681One-way2 transfers- GW354000 · V21640+L802136:30 AM3h36Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:06 AMBournemouth station (BMH)€681One-way2 transfers
- GW352800 · V21632+L8025310:30 AM3h35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€681One-way2 transfers
- GW353100 · V21634+L802419:30 AM3h35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€681One-way2 transfers
- GW353700 · V21638+L802217:25 AM3h41Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:06 AMBournemouth station (BMH)€681One-way2 transfers
G01003+V216079:24 AM2h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:15 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1731One-way1 transfer- G01000+V216088:24 AM2h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:15 AMBournemouth station (BMH)€1731One-way1 transfer
- G00997+V216097:24 AM2h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:15 AMBournemouth station (BMH)€1901One-way1 transfer
- G01005+V2160610:24 AM2h53Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:17 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1311One-way1 transfer
- G00995+V216106:24 AM2h53Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:17 AMBournemouth station (BMH)€1901One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bournemouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Bristol to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bournemouth trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V21606+G01005 | On time 10:24 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h53 | 1:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW352800 · V21632+L80253 | 10:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 2:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21605+G01009 | On time 11:24 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 2:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW352500 · V21630+L80261 | 11:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 3:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21604+G01013 | On time 12:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 3:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW352200 · V21628+L80273 | On time 12:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 4:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21603+G01018 | On time 1:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 4:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW351900 · V21626+L80281 | On time 1:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h36 | 5:06 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21602+G01022 | On time 2:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 5:21 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW351600 · V21624+L80563 | On time 2:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 5:57 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21601+G01024 | On time 3:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 6:19 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW351300 · V21622+L80301 | 3:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 6:57 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21600+G01027 | On time 4:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h53 | 7:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW351000 · V21620+L80307 | 4:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h29 | 7:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21599+G01032 | 5:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h52 | 8:16 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW350600 · V21618+L80317 | On time 5:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h34 | 8:59 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21598+G01035 | On time 6:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 9:19 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW350300 · V21616+L78830 | On time 6:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h46 | 10:11 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V25922+G01043 | On time 7:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 10:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW350000 · V21614+L78840 | On time 7:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h46 | 11:16 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21596+G01039 | On time 8:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h19 | 11:19 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW349700 · V21613+L78848 | On time 8:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h43 | 12:15 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, October 27 | |||||
| V21610+G00995 | 6:24 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h53 | 9:17 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW354000 · V21640+L80213 | 6:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h36 | 10:06 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21609+G00997 | 7:24 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 10:15 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW353700 · V21638+L80221 | 7:25 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h41 | 11:06 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21608+G01000 | 8:24 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 11:15 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW353400 · V21636+L80233 | 8:25 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h40 | 12:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| V21607+G01003 | 9:24 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 12:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| GW353100 · V21634+L80241 | 9:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 1:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
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Passengers can depart from Bristol Parkway Station and arrive at Cardiff Central Station from just after 5:15 a.m. with the last train running at 1:30 a.m. Services are however quite limited after 10:00 p.m.On average the journey takes less than an hour, but some journeys may take nearly 1.5 hours if there is a change involved which is rare. There are various peak times from the first train until 9:30 a.m. On average, two trains per hour are offered to go from Bristol to Cardiff. During the weekends passengers must be aware of the variations regarding departure time and frequency. Most of the trains are direct but there are also some connections where one change will have to be made. The station where passengers will have to change trains is Filton Abbey Wood. First Great Western is the railway company that provides this connection.
Bristol
Bristol offers not only several world class attractions but also a wide variety when it comes to architectural styles, ranging from the medieval to the 21st century. Many examples of Bristol Byzantine, an architectural style unique to the city, have survived. In addition, buildings from most of the architectural periods of the UK can be admired throughout the city. For a trip to the outskirts a recomendable visit would be to Tyntesfield, where visitors can see the spectacular Victorian Gothic house and chapel.
Cardiff
Cardiff, with Cardiff Castle, is an important tourist centre that offers visitors a large range of attractions to see. It is the largest city and capital of Wales. Other attractions are also worth visiting like the Pierhead building, Millennium Stadium or the Welsh National Museum. At St Fagans visitors will find the National History Museum which is an open air museum that offers dozens of buildings from Welsh history.
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Bournemouth
Most Bristol to Bournemouth trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
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.
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