Train from Bournemouth to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Bournemouth to London on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
South Western RailwayTrain
Bournemouth
WaterlooCheapest
South Western RailwayTrain
Bournemouth
Clapham JunctionFastest
South Western RailwayTrain
Bournemouth
WaterlooNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Bournemouth
WaterlooNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Bournemouth
WaterlooNo 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 R 267, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 40mAverage duration
151 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 154 - R 1 082Average duration3h 3m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 321 - R 6 673Average duration2h
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 267 - R 372Average duration1h 40m
6kg CO₂e

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 differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Bournemouth to London?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to London start from R 321. The average price for this train route is around R 929. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 150 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 46m and is operated by South Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to London route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 19 trains available per day.

  4. 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 23:09.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 1 633
10/12
R 783
Today
R 1 538
12/12
R 888
13/12
R 540
14/12
R 687
15/12
R 539
16/12
R 464
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bournemouth to London was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 464

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 R 464 to R 6 349 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 R 464, which is on 2025-12-16.

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