The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Bournemouth
Cheapest price on Oct 20
€119
Average ticket price on Oct 20
€185
Fastest journey on Oct 20
4 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
4 h 58 m
Trains on Oct 20
6
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Bournemouth will cost around €185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
It's difficult to get from Sheffield to Bournemouth without transferring at least once.
W70781+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L801199:35 AM4h51Sheffield station (SHF)2:26 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1191One-way2 transfers
C21663+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L802539:00 AM5h05Sheffield station (SHF)2:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1691One-way2 transfers
W70775+
L80109+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo8:35 AM4h52Sheffield station (SHF)1:27 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1691One-way2 transfers
G01140 · G010098:56 AM5h19Sheffield station (SHF)2:15 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€2111One-way1 transfer
W29925 · G010058:23 AM4h54Sheffield station (SHF)1:17 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€2111One-way1 transfer
W70781+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L801199:35 AM4h51Sheffield station (SHF)2:26 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1191One-way2 transfers
W70775+
L80109+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo8:35 AM4h52Sheffield station (SHF)1:27 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1691One-way2 transfers
W29925 · G010058:23 AM4h54Sheffield station (SHF)1:17 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€2111One-way1 transfer
C21663+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L802539:00 AM5h05Sheffield station (SHF)2:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€1691One-way2 transfers
C21667+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L802417:59 AM5h06Sheffield station (SHF)1:05 PMBournemouth station (BMH)€2301One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Bournemouth
Trains from Sheffield to Bournemouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Sheffield to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21667+ L80241+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 7:59 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h06 | 1:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
W29925 · G01005 | 8:23 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h54 | 1:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
W70775+ L80109+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 8:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h52 | 1:27 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
G01140 · G01009 | 8:56 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h19 | 2:15 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
C21663+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+ L80253 | 9:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h05 | 2:05 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
W70781+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+ L80119 | 9:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h51 | 2:26 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway from Sheffield to Bournemouth trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway trains will get you between Sheffield and Bournemouth from €14. 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 Sheffield to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Bournemouth
Most Sheffield to Bournemouth trains use the Sheffield to Bournemouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Bournemouth leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Sheffield 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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