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Mansfield Museum
Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£221
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£221
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
5 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
5 h 38 m
Trains on 20 Oct
10
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Mansfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Mansfield will cost around £221 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £221.
To travel from Bournemouth to Mansfield you need to make at least 2 changes.










Trains from Bournemouth to Mansfield run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £126 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £126 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 6:11 |
Last train 19:57 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Mansfield trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 Bournemouth | 6h31 | 13:01 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:30 Bournemouth | 6h31 | 14:01 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:45 Bournemouth | 5h16 | 15:01 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:45 Bournemouth | 6h16 | 17:01 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:45 Bournemouth | 5h42 | 17:27 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:45 Bournemouth | 5h42 | 18:27 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:45 Bournemouth | 6h16 | 20:01 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:45 Bournemouth | 5h16 | 21:01 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:45 Bournemouth | 6h34 | 23:19 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:45 Bournemouth | 10h05 | 5:50 Mansfield | 2 changes | |
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Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Visitor centre and exhibition space exploring the life of Lord Byron and the history of Newstead Abbey and its estate.
Former Victorian workhouse with immersive galleries about poverty, welfare and everyday life, within easy reach of Mansfield.
Popular Sherwood Forest walking area with ancient oaks, visitor trails and a classic Nottinghamshire woodland atmosphere.
Central urban park with formal gardens, play areas, events and broad lawns, popular for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Forest walking area with trails, wildlife and open heathland, ideal for countryside walks close to Mansfield.
Pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray style country butchers, eaten widely in Nottinghamshire; a cold raised pie prized for seasoned pork and crisp pastry.
Stilton made in the East Midlands, often served on cheeseboards in local pubs and homes; rich, crumbly blue cheese with a strong regional identity.
A classic Nottinghamshire loaf enriched with milk and butter, traditionally baked for tea and known for its soft crumb and rounded cottage shape.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a lively, polished setting.
Established steakhouse and grill serving burgers, steaks and hearty mains in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-liked Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a comfortable contemporary space.
Moderate by UK standards. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Mansfield station -> Mansfield Bus Station, Mansfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Mansfield 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 Mansfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bournemouth to Mansfield trains use the Bournemouth to Mansfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Mansfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Mansfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mansfield.
Ticket office support is available at Mansfield.
Available at Mansfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Mansfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Step free access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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