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South Western Railway operates all trains services from Bournemouth to Great Shelford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Great Shelford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Bournemouth to Great Shelford and enjoy the approximately 211 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:13.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:13 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Train companies: South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Great Shelford trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Great Shelford from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 28m
Cheapest Price
£28
South Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bournemouth to Great Shelford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Great Shelford 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 Great Shelford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Bournemouth to Great Shelford is 211 km.
The first train from Bournemouth to Great Shelford leaves at 5:25.
The last train from Bournemouth to Great Shelford departs at 20:13.
Trains from Bournemouth to Great Shelford run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bournemouth to Great Shelford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bournemouth to Great Shelford.
To travel from Bournemouth to Great Shelford, you can take a coach.
There is no night train service from Bournemouth to Great Shelford.
The train station in Bournemouth that goes to Great Shelford is Bournemouth station (BMH), and it arrives at Shelford (SED).
The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Great Shelford is by coach, costing approximately £35.
Booking trains from Bournemouth to Great Shelford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bournemouth to Great Shelford offers a scenic route through the picturesque countryside of southern England, featuring views of rolling hills, charming villages, and lush greenery, particularly as it travels through areas like the New Forest and the rural landscapes of Cambridgeshire.
A visit to Great Shelford could be comfortably enjoyed in one to two days, allowing time to explore local attractions and the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Bournemouth to Great Shelford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Great Shelford
Bournemouth
Great Shelford
The major train station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth for your trip from Bournemouth to Great Shelford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Premium
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bournemouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Pokesdown
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
The major train station for arrivals in Great Shelford is Shelford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shelford for your journey to Great Shelford from Bournemouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibility
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 10:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: By entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Shelford
- Onward travel information: local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stopoutside station entranceby level crossing
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