The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Stansted
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Stansted 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 will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
To travel from Bournemouth to Stansted you need to make at least 3 changes.
L80299+
G88526+
Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+
P6634220:223h48Bournemouth station (BMH)0:10Stansted Airport (SSD)£381One-way3 changes
L80299 · L82238+
Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+
P6634220:223h48Bournemouth station (BMH)0:10Stansted Airport (SSD)£421One-way3 changes
L80327+
C03109+
P66049+
W3493521:596h58Bournemouth station (BMH)4:57Stansted Airport (SSD)£1141One-way3 changes
L80299 · L82238+
Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+
P6634220:223h48Bournemouth station (BMH)0:10Stansted Airport (SSD)£421One-way3 changes
L80299+
G88526+
Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+
P6634220:223h48Bournemouth station (BMH)0:10Stansted Airport (SSD)£381One-way3 changes
L80327+
C03109+
P66049+
W3493521:596h58Bournemouth station (BMH)4:57Stansted Airport (SSD)£1141One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 197 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Stansted train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Stansted trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80299+ P66342+ G88526+ Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale | 20:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h48 | 0:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
L80299 · L82238+ Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+ P66342 | 20:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h48 | 0:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
L80327+ C03109 · W34935+ P66049 | 21:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 6h58 | 4:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Stansted
Trains from Bournemouth to Stansted run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Stansted trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Stansted from £20. 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 train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Stansted 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Stansted
Most Bournemouth to Stansted trains use the Bournemouth to Stansted Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Stansted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Stansted leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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