- Must visit
Royal Pump Room Museum
Museum in Harrogate’s former pump house explaining the town’s spa history, sulphur waters and Victorian visitors.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Harrogate
Showing times and prices for 14 Aug
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
364 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Harrogate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Harrogate will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Bournemouth for Harrogate every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 2 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.
8:186h02Bournemouth14:20Harrogate£911One-way0 changes
- 8:186h02Bournemouth14:20Harrogate£911One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Harrogate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Harrogate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £91.
Distance: 364 km
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6h 19m Average total duration Fastest 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 38m Average total duration 14h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Harrogate
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bournemouth to Harrogate run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 364 km distance in 5h 40m.
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 £27
Distance 364 km |
Average train duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 19:05 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
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 £27
Train companies: Cross Country from Bournemouth to Harrogate trainsCross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Harrogate from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
£234
Cross Country frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Harrogate
Things to do in Harrogate
Discover the best of Harrogate — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Harrogate trip today.
- Recommended
Mercer Art Gallery
Modern art gallery and museum with changing exhibitions on local history, fine art and decorative collections in the town centre.
- Recommended
Knaresborough Castle Museum
Small local history museum in nearby Knaresborough covering town life, archaeology and the riverside setting.
- Must visit
Valley Gardens
Large public gardens with floral displays, woodland walks, a playground and links to Harrogate’s spa heritage.
- Must visit
Montpellier Quarter
Historic district around the old spa quarter, popular for architecture, boutiques and a pleasant walk through Harrogate’s centre.
- Must visit
The Stray
Open green space just outside the centre with broad lawns, mature trees and a quieter local feel for walks and relaxation.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Yorkshire Tea
A strong black tea blend created in Harrogate by Taylors. It is closely associated with the town’s spa heritage and remains a classic local drink.
Yorkshire Pudding
A traditional Yorkshire roast dish made from batter baked in hot fat, usually served with roast beef and gravy on Sundays across the region.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Curd Tart
A crumbly, moist fruit cake from Yorkshire, made with currants and often flavoured with citrus or almond. Common with afternoon tea.
Stuzzi
Smart modern restaurant serving refined British tasting menus in an intimate setting in the centre of Harrogate.
Stuzzi
Stylish Italian restaurant known for small plates, pasta and a lively atmosphere. Good for a relaxed but polished meal.
Bettys Harrogate
Traditional Yorkshire tea room and restaurant famous for afternoon tea, cakes and classic British dishes in elegant period rooms.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local buses are broadly in line with similar spa and market towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food, cafés, or a pub lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional.
Transdev Go
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- >=£3
To the city centre
Harrogate Station -> Harrogate Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.2 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless payment is available on Harrogate Bus Company buses; the official operator also sells tickets in the Transdev Go app.
- Harrogate Bus Station is adjacent to Harrogate Station, so many central trips are walkable from rail arrivals.
FAQs: Bournemouth to Harrogate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Harrogate 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 Harrogate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bournemouth to Harrogate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £91, while the average price tends to be around £100.
The train journey from Bournemouth to Harrogate covers a distance of 364 km and takes approximately 5h 40m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Bournemouth to Harrogate is 364 km.
The first train from Bournemouth to Harrogate leaves at 6:05.
The last train from Bournemouth to Harrogate departs at 19:05.
Trains from Bournemouth to Harrogate run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bournemouth to Harrogate.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bournemouth to Harrogate.
To get from Bournemouth to Harrogate, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bournemouth to Harrogate.
The train station in Bournemouth that goes to Harrogate is Bournemouth station (BMH), and it arrives at Harrogate station (HGT).
The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Harrogate is by coach, costing approximately £27.
Booking trains from Bournemouth to Harrogate 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 Harrogate offers a mix of scenic landscapes, including picturesque views of the English countryside, charming villages, and stretches of beautiful rural scenery, particularly as you travel through regions like the Cotswolds and Yorkshire.
A day trip from Bournemouth to Harrogate is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 40m. Trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 364 km.
To fully enjoy Harrogate's attractions, including the Royal Pump Room Museum, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, and the Turkish Baths, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Bournemouth to Harrogate.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Harrogate
Most Bournemouth to Harrogate trains use the Bournemouth to Harrogate station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Harrogate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bournemouth
Arrival train stations in Harrogate
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Harrogate leave from?
Trains from Bournemouth to Harrogate leave from Bournemouth. The station is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre at Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX.
BournemouthBournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX+44 345 600 0650
City-centre transport
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus13, 5, 6, 50, m1, 12, 13A, N5, N1, 11, 21 · 6m · £2 · every ~74 min
m1, 5, 6, 50, 13, 12, 13A, 21, 11, N5, N1 · 7m · £2 · every ~74 min
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 Harrogate station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Trains from Bournemouth to Harrogate arrive at Harrogate. Harrogate is from Harrogate city centre.
HarrogateHarrogate station, Station Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1TE+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Harrogate from Harrogate city centre
BusX52, X12 · 4m · every ~3 min
36 · 8m · every ~15 min
Harrogate train station facilities and services
Harrogate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrogate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harrogate. ATMs are available at Harrogate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harrogate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrogate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrogate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrogate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Lifts between platforms are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Disabled user friendly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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