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Ashmolean Museum
Oxford’s leading museum of art and archaeology, with Egyptian mummies, classical sculpture and paintings in an elegant university setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Oxford will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Bournemouth to Oxford you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Bournemouth to Oxford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 1:06 |
Last train 22:37 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bournemouth to Oxford.
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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SW800000 · L80138+ C03044 · W34876 | 8:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h47 | 11:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC025400 · G00863 | 9:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 11:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW799800 · L80158+ C03049 · C00675 | 9:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h47 | 12:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC025300 · G00867 | 10:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 12:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW799600 · L80172+ C03054 · W34886 | 10:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h48 | 13:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC025200 · G00874 | 11:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 13:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW799400 · L80180+ C03059 · C33065 | 11:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h47 | 14:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC025100 · G00880 | 12:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 14:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW799200 · L80184+ C03064 · C33066 | 12:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h47 | 15:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC025000 · G00885 | 13:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 15:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW799000 · L80190+ C03069 · C33068 | 13:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h49 | 16:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC024900 · G00890 | 14:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 16:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW798800 · L80200+ C03074 · C33069 | 14:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h48 | 17:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC024800 · G00897 | 15:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 17:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW798600 · L80212+ C03079 · C33071 | 15:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h47 | 18:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC024700 · G00902 | 16:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 18:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW798200 · L80232+ C03084 · W34911 | 16:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h47 | 19:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC024600 · G00911 | 17:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 19:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW794200 · L80252+ C03089 · C33073 | 17:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h48 | 20:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC024500 · G00917 | 18:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h33 | 20:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW793800 · L80272+ C03094 · W34920 | 18:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h47 | 21:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
XC024400 · G00924 | 19:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h29 | 21:34 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
SW793400 · L80292+ C03099 · C00861 | 19:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h47 | 22:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
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Oxford’s leading museum of art and archaeology, with Egyptian mummies, classical sculpture and paintings in an elegant university setting.
A fascinating natural history museum known for dinosaur skeletons, minerals and a dramatic neo-Gothic hall. Great for families and curious adults alike.
A compact museum exploring world cultures through objects from many regions. Thoughtful displays make it a rewarding stop beside the natural history museum.
Oxford’s most famous street, lined with college buildings, churches and historic facades. Ideal for a first walk through the city’s academic heart.
A broad green beside the college, river and cathedral precincts. Popular for peaceful walks, picnics and classic views of Oxford’s historic skyline.
A historic square framed by major university buildings and the Radcliffe Camera. It is one of the city’s most photogenic and recognisable urban spaces.
Oxford sausages are seasoned pork sausages linked to the city since the 18th century, known for savoury herbs and a coarse texture.
Banbury cakes are small oval pastries from nearby Banbury, filled with spiced currants and dried fruit; a long-standing Oxfordshire teatime treat.
Oxford sauce is a traditional dark, spicy table sauce made with malt vinegar, anchovies and spices, historically served with meats and game.
Busy Jericho pub known for Thai food and drinks, with a casual local atmosphere and one of Oxford’s most established dining pubs.
Historic riverside pub serving classic British dishes, local ales and seasonal plates in a traditional, atmospheric setting.
Well-known covered market restaurant focused on British produce, steaks and cocktails in a lively, polished brasserie setting.
Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with high hotel rates and dining costs, though buses and casual eats are manageable for most visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bournemouth to Oxford trains use the Bournemouth to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Oxford 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.
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, 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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