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Wellingborough Museum
Local history museum with displays on Wellingborough life, industry and archaeology inside a historic town-centre building.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Wellingborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Bournemouth to Wellingborough and enjoy the approximately 194 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 20:10.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 20:10 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Train companies: South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Wellingborough trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Wellingborough from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£44
South Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Wellingborough
Things to do in Wellingborough
Discover the best of Wellingborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wellingborough trip today.
- Recommended
Sywell Aviation Museum
Volunteer-run transport museum featuring buses, heritage vehicles and engineering displays at Sywell Aerodrome near Wellingborough.
Rushden Transport Museum
Working heritage railway with a small museum collection, restored station buildings and nostalgic steam and diesel experiences.
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Summer Leys Nature Reserve
Large country park around reservoirs with birdwatching, walking and cycling routes, popular for fresh air and waterside scenery.
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Croyland Park
Popular urban park with a splash area, play facilities, open lawns and regular events close to central Wellingborough.
Irchester Country Park
Pleasant lakeside park offering accessible paths, wildlife, fishing areas and relaxed walking on the edge of town.
Northamptonshire Pork Pie
A Northamptonshire pork pie made with seasoned pork in hot-water crust pastry. It is a long-standing county speciality often eaten cold at pubs and picnics.
- Vegetarian
Sally Lunn Bun
A soft yeasted fruit bun from Northamptonshire, dotted with currants and served split with butter. It is a traditional regional tea-time bake.
Bacon Clanger
A local steamed suet pudding filled with bacon, onions and apples. It reflects older farmhouse cooking from the county and surrounding Midlands.
Istanbul BBQ
Well-known Turkish venue serving grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Rajput
Popular Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed setting in Wellingborough.
The Boat House
Canal-side pub and restaurant popular for British mains, Sunday lunch and drinks, with a traditional setting and waterside views.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, while hotels can rise on busy dates. Costs are lower than London but similar to other market towns.
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
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, tipping is optional.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- >£2
To the city centre
Wellingborough Railway Station, Wellingborough -> Wellingborough Town Centre, Wellingborough
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Stagecoach says contactless payment is accepted on its buses, so you do not need exact change.
- Check North Northamptonshire Council timetables before travel, as local Wellingborough services can change.
FAQs: Bournemouth to Wellingborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Bournemouth to Wellingborough is 194 km.
The first train from Bournemouth to Wellingborough leaves at 4:41.
The last train from Bournemouth to Wellingborough departs at 20:10.
Trains from Bournemouth to Wellingborough run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bournemouth to Wellingborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bournemouth to Wellingborough.
To travel from Bournemouth to Wellingborough, you can take a coach.
There is no night train service from Bournemouth to Wellingborough.
The train station in Bournemouth that goes to Wellingborough is Bournemouth station (BMH), and it arrives at Wellingborough station (WEL).
The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Wellingborough is by coach, costing approximately £37.
Booking trains from Bournemouth to Wellingborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
In Wellingborough, you can enjoy a variety of activities. Visit The Castle Theatre for performances, Nene Court Shopping Village for unique shops and eateries, and Santa Pod Raceway for exciting motorsport events. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate Wellingborough Golf Club, while Sywell Country Park offers a lovely spot for picnics and nature walks. For sightseeing, explore Irchester Country Park with its walking trails and railway museum, delve into local history at Wellingborough Museum, or enjoy birdwatching at Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve. Don't miss the architectural beauty of All Hallows Church and the historic charm of The Hind Hotel.
A two to three-day visit to Wellingborough is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Wellingborough Museum, Irchester Country Park, and the historic market town centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Bournemouth to Wellingborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Wellingborough
Most Bournemouth to Wellingborough trains use the Bournemouth to Wellingborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Wellingborough leave from?
Trains from Bournemouth to Wellingborough 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.
PokesdownPokesdown station, Christchurch Road, Pokesdown, Dorset, BH7 6DL
City-centre transport
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainPoole - London Waterloo, Poole - Eastleigh, Weymouth - London Waterloo, Weymouth - Southampton Central, Bournemouth - Basingstoke, Bournemouth - London Waterloo, Poole - Brockenhurst, Bournemouth - Winchester, Poole - Winchester, Weymouth - Woking, Weymouth - Eastleigh, Poole - Southampton Central · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Busm2, 1A, 1B, 1C, 22, N2 · 17m · £2 · every ~58 min
m2, 1A, 1B, 1C, 22, N2 · 18m · £2 · every ~58 min
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 Wellingborough station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Trains from Bournemouth to Wellingborough arrive at Wellingborough. Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre.
WellingboroughWellingborough station, Midland Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1NA+44 3457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Wellingborough from Wellingborough city centre
Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus48 · 5m · £2 · every ~3 min
48 · 6m · £2 · every ~3 min
Wellingborough train station facilities and services
Wellingborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wellingborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wellingborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wellingborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wellingborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wellingborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellingborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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