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Trains from London Waterloo to Bournemouth (BMH)

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61

train journeys
per day

93

miles (149 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

00:10 / 00:13

first / last train

42

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 61 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Bournemouth , with 42 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Bournemouth is approximately 93 miles (149 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Bournemouth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:10
    6 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    07:07
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    07:44
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 16 mins Direct
    08:46
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    2 hrs 7 mins Direct
    09:10
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:10
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    09:13
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    1 hrs 53 mins Direct
    09:28
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:05
    1 hrs 56 mins Direct
    10:01
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:20
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    10:13
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    10:20
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    1 hrs 56 mins Direct
    11:01
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    11:13
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    11:20
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:05
    1 hrs 55 mins Direct
    12:00
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:20
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:13
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:35
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    12:20
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:05
    1 hrs 55 mins Direct
    13:00
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:20
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    13:17
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:35
    1 hrs 48 mins Direct
    13:23
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:05
    1 hrs 55 mins Direct
    14:00
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:20
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    14:13
    London Waterloo
    Bournemouth
    London Waterloo to Bournemouth

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo and Bournemouth

The travel time between London Waterloo and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 61 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

First class tickets on trains between London Waterloo and Bournemouth typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Waterloo and Bournemouth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 42 direct services per day from London Waterloo to Bournemouth

CrossCountry, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Bournemouth.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo and Bournemouth, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.