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

The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to London start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to London?

The average train journey time from Bournemouth to London is 2h, covering a distance of 90 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 46m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Bournemouth to London departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:10.

Train Bournemouth to London from £14

Next train departures

Next departures from Bournemouth to London on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:20	Bournemouth	2h	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:53	Bournemouth	1h 49m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:23	Bournemouth	2h 2m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to London on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:20	Bournemouth	2h	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:53	Bournemouth	1h 49m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:23	Bournemouth	2h 2m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to London on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:20	Bournemouth	2h	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:53	Bournemouth	1h 49m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:23	Bournemouth	2h 2m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to London on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:20	Bournemouth	2h	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:53	Bournemouth	1h 49m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:23	Bournemouth	2h 2m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to London on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:20	Bournemouth	2h	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	09:22	Bournemouth	1h 49m	11:11	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:19	Bournemouth	2h 1m	09:20	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:19	Bournemouth	2h 1m	09:20	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:57	Bournemouth	1h 54m	09:51	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to London on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:35	Bournemouth	2h 14m	21:49	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	08:35	Bournemouth	2h 4m	10:39	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:14	Bournemouth	3h 25m	10:39	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:14	Bournemouth	3h 25m	10:39	Waterloo	No tags
Train	08:35	Bournemouth	2h 14m	10:49	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to London on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:20	Bournemouth	2h	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:53	Bournemouth	1h 49m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:02	Bournemouth	2h 23m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:23	Bournemouth	2h 2m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bournemouth to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

94 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £57	Average duration3h 3m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £296	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £12	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the Wi-Fi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £15

South Western Railway Bournemouth London recent customer reviews

Smooth and speedy!

Valerie O.

7 May 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bournemouth to London 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 Bournemouth to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to London start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to London?
The average train journey time from Bournemouth to London is 2h, covering a distance of 90 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 46m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bournemouth to London?
The earliest train from Bournemouth to London departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/11

£35

01/12

£73

Today

£35

03/12

£31

04/12

£31

05/12

£31

06/12

£24

07/12

£21

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to London was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

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

You can expect to pay from £21 to £281 for a train ticket from Bournemouth to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-07.