4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bournemouth
Cheapest price on Sep 02
€111
Average ticket price on Sep 02
€138
Fastest journey on Sep 02
6 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
7 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 02
12
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bournemouth will cost around €138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €111.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Bournemouth without transferring at least 2 times.
G25682+
L80274+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo8:26 AM7h39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1111One-way2 transfers
C02046+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L788312:30 PM7h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:11 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1201One-way2 transfers- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L801288:00 AM7h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:25 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1251One-way2 transfers
- G80073+L80318+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo2:00 PM6h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:59 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1251One-way2 transfers
- G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L802749:00 AM7h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1311One-way2 transfers
- G80067+L80308+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo1:00 PM6h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:54 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1511One-way2 transfers
- G80073+L80318+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo2:00 PM6h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:59 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1251One-way2 transfers
- G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L802749:00 AM7h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1311One-way2 transfers
- G80049+L80282+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo10:00 AM7h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:06 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1431One-way2 transfers
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+
G01013+L793838:00 AM7h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:15 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1551One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, while a train costs an average of €120.
Distance: 588 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€120 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €112 Average price |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bournemouth trains for today, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L80164 | Delayed 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h21 | 6:26 PM 6:26 PMBournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34830+G01027 | Delayed 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h14 | 6:17 PM 6:17 PMBournemouth station (BMH) | 3 transfers | |
| G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34830+G01027 | On time 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h17 | 7:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3 transfers | |
| G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L80164 | On time 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h26 | 7:26 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| G80067+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L80308 | Delayed 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h49 | 6:54 PM 6:54 PMBournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| G80067+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L80308 | On time 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h54 | 7:54 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| G80073+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L80318 | Delayed 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h54 | 7:59 PM 7:59 PMBournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| G80073+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L80318 | On time 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h59 | 8:59 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| C02046+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L78831 | Delayed 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h38 | 9:11 PM 9:11 PMBournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| C02046+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L78831 | On time 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h41 | 10:11 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
 W00587+L78849+ G27803 | On time 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h05 | 12:57 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| W00587+L78849+G27803 | On time 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h10 | 1:02 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, September 2 | |||||
| G08180+L79383+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+G01013 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h15 | 3:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3 transfers | |
| G08180+L80128+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h25 | 3:25 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| G08180+G01013+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34809 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h15 | 3:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3 transfers | |
| G25682+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L80274 | 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h39 | 4:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| G08186+L80274+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h05 | 4:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
| G80049+L80282+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h06 | 5:06 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bournemouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 588 km distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 588 km |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 8:59 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Bournemouth trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bournemouth from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bournemouth
Most Edinburgh to Bournemouth trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Bournemouth station pair, with some services arriving at Pokesdown. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Edinburgh 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.
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.
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