Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Showing times and prices for 15 Jun

Cheapest price

£31

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

2 h 27 m

Average duration

2 h 45 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bournemouth for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.

Southern
10:502h53
Bournemouth
13:43London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£311One-way
0 changes
Southern
08:472h58
Bournemouth
11:45London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£311One-way
0 changes
Southern
09:503h38
Bournemouth
13:28London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£311One-way
0 changes
Southern
18:502h52
Bournemouth
21:42London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£311One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
10:492h33
Bournemouth
13:22London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m.

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£35

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£35

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3h 33m

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3h 3m

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Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday 14 June
Last updated at 07:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
south_west_trainsL48144+southernY29432 · Y28709
On time
07:59 Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h11
11:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes
south_west_trainsL48279+southernY28904
On time
08:22 Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h27
10:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
cross_countryC23393+south_west_trainsL47495+southernY28910
On time
08:45 Bournemouth station (BMH)
2h34
11:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes

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Overview: Train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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Trains from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
128 km
Average train duration
3h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
2h 27m
First train
07:30
Last train
21:10
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

Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway and CrossCountry trains Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

You can travel by train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Southern, South Western Railway and CrossCountry for as low as £29. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Train information from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Southern:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 39 min
  • Cheapest Price: £29

FAQs: Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Bournemouth
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ParkingParking
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HotelHotel
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
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
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
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
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
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

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