How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Bournemouth?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Bournemouth start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Bournemouth?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Bournemouth is 3h 11m, covering a distance of 121 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 8m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Bournemouth route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Bournemouth?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Bournemouth departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 20:03.

Train Birmingham to Bournemouth from £25

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Bournemouth on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 10m	10:13	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Train	08:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 9m	11:12	Bournemouth	Fastest
Train	07:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 10m	10:13	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	08:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 9m	11:12	Bournemouth	No tags
Train	09:03	Birmingham New Street	3h 9m	12:12	Bournemouth	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Bournemouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

122 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £82	Average duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£26 - £354	Average duration3h 11m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£26 - £26	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £26

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Bournemouth by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Bournemouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Bournemouth start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Bournemouth?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Bournemouth is 3h 11m, covering a distance of 121 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 8m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Bournemouth route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Bournemouth?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Bournemouth departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 20:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/11

£29

30/11

£25

Today

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02/12

£37

03/12

£28

04/12

£28

05/12

No data

06/12

£25

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Bournemouth was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Bournemouth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £25 to £345 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-12-06.