- Must visit
Shuttleworth Collection
Shuttleworth’s main exhibition space shows vintage aircraft, vehicles and engineering in a well-curated setting near Sandy.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Sandy
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Bournemouth to Sandy and enjoy the approximately 192 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 17:55.
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 192 km |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 17:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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
Complete guide to Sandy
Things to do in Sandy
Discover the best of Sandy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sandy trip today.
- Recommended
Sandy Town Museum
Compact local museum on Sandy’s past, with displays on archaeology, everyday life and the town’s growth.
- Recommended
The Swiss Garden
Working Swiss garden and museum with displays on alpine plants, geology and landscape design in Old Warden.
- Must visit
RSPB The Lodge
Large RSPB reserve with heath, woodland and trails. It is one of Sandy’s best places for walking, wildlife and views.
- Recommended
Priory Country Park
Popular riverside country park with open meadows, woodland paths and family-friendly walking close to Sandy centre.
- Recommended
Swiss Garden
Attractive public gardens around the house at Old Warden, known for varied planting and a relaxed estate setting.
- Vegetarian
Bedfordshire Clanger (sweet version)
A Bedfordshire speciality: flaky suet pastry filled with spiced currants. Traditionally eaten warm and closely linked to county baking heritage.
Bedfordshire Clanger
The better-known savoury-and-sweet Bedfordshire Clanger, with meat at one end and jam or fruit at the other. A practical farm workers’ meal from the county.
Bedfordshire Sausages
Traditional county sausages made with pork and sage. They are a long-standing local butchers’ staple across Bedfordshire and the surrounding area.
La Piazza
Established Italian restaurant offering pasta, pizza and grilled dishes in a comfortable, family-friendly environment.
Ruchi Indian Restaurant
Casual Indian restaurant in Sandy known for classic curries, grilled dishes and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.
The Bell
Traditional pub in Sandy serving British favourites and drinks in a relaxed, historic setting popular with locals.
Pound sterling (£)
Sandy is moderate for UK travel, with typical small-town prices for meals and coffee. Accommodation nearby can raise overall costs versus cheaper rural areas.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.75
- Day pass
- £16.60
To the city centre
Sandy railway station -> City Thameslink, London
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy your rail ticket before boarding at Sandy to avoid penalty fares. Sandy is outside the London contactless area for rail journeys.
- In London, contactless and Oyster work on buses, Tube, DLR, trams and many National Rail services within the contactless area.
FAQs: Bournemouth to Sandy train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Sandy 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 Sandy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Bournemouth to Sandy is 192 km.
The first train from Bournemouth to Sandy leaves at 4:49.
The last train from Bournemouth to Sandy departs at 17:55.
There is no night train service from Bournemouth to Sandy.
Booking trains from Bournemouth to Sandy 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 Sandy offers scenic views, especially through the Dorset countryside and along parts of the South West Main Line, showcasing picturesque landscapes and charming rural settings.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Bournemouth to Sandy.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Sandy
Most Bournemouth to Sandy trains use the Bournemouth to Sandy station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Sandy 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 Sandy
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Sandy leave from?
Trains from Bournemouth to Sandy 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 Sandy station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Trains from Bournemouth to Sandy arrive at Sandy. Sandy is 1 km from Sandy city centre.
SandySandy station, Station Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1AW
Sandy train station facilities and services
Sandy has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sandy.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sandy.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sandy: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sandy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandy: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to platform 2 (to Peterborough) via main entrance. Long ramp (approx 400m) from separate entrance to platform 1 (to London). Access between platforms via street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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