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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Watford
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Watford will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bournemouth for Watford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.
9:593h00Bournemouth12:59Watford£231One-way0 changes- 10:593h00Bournemouth13:59Watford£481One-way0 changes
- 10:593h00Bournemouth13:59Watford£481One-way0 changes
- 9:593h00Bournemouth12:59Watford£231One-way0 changes
Live departures
Bournemouth to Watford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Watford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:59 Bournemouth | 3h00 | 12:59 Watford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:59 Bournemouth | 3h00 | 13:59 Watford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Watford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bournemouth to Watford run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:43 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Watford trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Watford 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 Watford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Watford 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 Watford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Watford
Most Bournemouth to Watford trains use the Bournemouth to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Watford High Street. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Watford 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.
Which Watford station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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