The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bournemouth for Stansted Mountfitchet every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 47 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 195 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:22 Bournemouth | 3h56 | 11:18 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:59 Bournemouth | 3h37 | 11:36 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:22 Bournemouth | 3h55 | 12:17 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:59 Bournemouth | 3h37 | 12:36 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:59 Bournemouth | 3h37 | 14:36 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet
Trains from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 23:22 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Stansted Mountfitchet from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Stansted Mountfitchet
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station 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: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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