Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from London to Bournemouth?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Bournemouth: Trains mostly depart from London Waterloo (WAT) and arrive in Bournemouth station (BMH). Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Bournemouth, Coach Station. Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Portsmouth Harbour.

Which travel companies can get me from London to Bournemouth?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Bournemouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Elizabeth line to go to Bournemouth by train. Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, First Bus London, Go Ahead London to go to Bournemouth by bus.

Can I find a direct route between London and Bournemouth?

Yes, there are direct services available from London to Bournemouth with the following travel companies: 14 direct trains per day with South Western Railway. 26 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 151 km

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€11 Average price Cheapest	€39 Average price
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest
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Direct Options	Direct Options

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How to get from London to Bournemouth by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

The best way to travel from London to Bournemouth is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

FlixBus
10:30 PM2h45
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
1:15 AMBournemouth, Coach Station
€151One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBus
10:30 PM2h45
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
1:15 AMBournemouth, Coach Station
€151One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

L80285
9:35 PM2h04
London Waterloo (WAT)
11:39 PMBournemouth station (BMH)
€441One-way
0 transfers

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L78856
11:05 PM2h17
London Waterloo (WAT)
1:22 AMBournemouth station (BMH)
€391One-way
0 transfers
L78844
10:05 PM2h19
London Waterloo (WAT)
12:24 AMBournemouth station (BMH)
€391One-way
0 transfers
L80245
7:35 PM2h12
London Waterloo (WAT)
9:47 PMBournemouth station (BMH)
€441One-way
0 transfers

FlixBus
8:45 PM2h50
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
11:35 PMBournemouth, Coach Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:45 AM3h00
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
1:45 PMBournemouth, Coach Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
9:15 PM3h20
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
12:35 AMBournemouth, Coach Station
€171One-way
0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Bournemouth

Travel to Bournemouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Bournemouth.

There are 2 options to travel between London and Bournemouth including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Bournemouth is a bus with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Bournemouth:

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bournemouth costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from London to Bournemouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 40m.

The London to Bournemouth distance is approximately 151 km.

The average frequency per day from London to Bournemouth is:

Around 29 buses per day.
Around 21 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Bournemouth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Bournemouth:

Trains mostly depart from London Waterloo (WAT) and arrive in Bournemouth station (BMH).
Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Bournemouth, Coach Station.
Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Portsmouth Harbour.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Bournemouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Elizabeth line to go to Bournemouth by train.
Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, First Bus London, Go Ahead London to go to Bournemouth by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from London to Bournemouth with the following travel companies:

14 direct trains per day with South Western Railway.
26 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Omio customers who travel from London to Bournemouth often also extend their vacation to go to Southampton, Edinburgh, Manchester, London Victoria (VIC), London Gatwick Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bournemouth and these popular destinations at a great price.

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