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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Carshalton
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 51 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Carshalton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Carshalton will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Bournemouth to Carshalton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:182h51Bournemouth11:09Carshalton£451One-way0 changes
- 8:182h51Bournemouth11:09Carshalton£451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Carshalton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Carshalton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £109.
Distance: 140 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£109 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Carshalton:
A coach is £80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Carshalton costing on average £109.
Other travel options to Carshalton take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 40m.
Tickets start at around £109 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-81.72. The journey takes 2h 9m versus 2h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Carshalton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Carshalton trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:18 Bournemouth | 2h51 | 11:09 Carshalton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Carshalton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bournemouth to Carshalton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £109 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £109 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Carshalton trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Carshalton from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Carshalton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Carshalton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carshalton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Carshalton
Most Bournemouth to Carshalton trains use the Bournemouth to Carshalton station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Carshalton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Carshalton leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Carshalton station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Carshalton train station facilities and services
Carshalton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carshalton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Carshalton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carshalton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carshalton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carshalton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carshalton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: Step free access to both platforms via lifts. Platform 2 also has step free access via side gate. Assistance Meeting Point is the station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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