Bournemouth to Merstham train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Merstham

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£105

Average price

£124

Fastest journey

2 h 57 m

Average duration

3 h 13 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

135 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Merstham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Merstham will cost around £124 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.

Fast trains

To travel from Bournemouth to Merstham you need to make at least one change.

South Western Railway
05:152h57
Bournemouth
08:12Merstham
£1051One-way
1 change
South Western Railway
07:043h07
Bournemouth
10:11Merstham
£1051One-way
1 change
South Western Railway
07:342h59
Bournemouth
10:33Merstham
£1111One-way
3 changes
Cross Country
06:303h32
Bournemouth
10:02Merstham
£1501One-way
3 changes
Cross Country
07:303h30
Bournemouth
11:00Merstham
£1501One-way
3 changes

Live departures

Bournemouth to Merstham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 07:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
south_west_trains05:15 Bournemouth
2h57
08:12 Merstham1 change
Cross Country06:30 Bournemouth
3h32
10:02 Merstham3 changes
south_west_trains07:04 Bournemouth
3h07
10:11 Merstham1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Merstham

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Trains from Bournemouth to Merstham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 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
135 km
Average train duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 48m
First train
05:42
Last train
17:59
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: South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Merstham trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Merstham from £28. 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
2h 48m
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 7m
Cheapest Price
£151
Cross Country frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Bournemouth to Merstham train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bournemouth to Merstham 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 Merstham.
FAQs
Booking trains from Bournemouth to Merstham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Bournemouth to Merstham is 135 km.
The train journey from Bournemouth to Merstham covers a distance of 135 km and takes approximately 2h 48m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bournemouth to Merstham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Merstham is by train, costing approximately £28.
The first train from Bournemouth to Merstham leaves at 5:42.
The last train from Bournemouth to Merstham departs at 17:59.
The train station in Bournemouth that goes to Merstham is Bournemouth station (BMH), and it arrives at Merstham station (MHM).
Trains from Bournemouth to Merstham run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bournemouth to Merstham.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bournemouth to Merstham.
Yes, you can take the train from Bournemouth to Merstham.
There is no night train service from Bournemouth to Merstham.
To travel from Bournemouth to Merstham, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Merstham

Bournemouth
Merstham
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 Merstham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
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.

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