The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Winchester
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
6
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Winchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Winchester will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bournemouth for Winchester every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
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Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Winchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Winchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 55 km
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1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Winchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Winchester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 19 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L73908 | On time 08:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h23 | 09:25 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P60982 | On time 08:18 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h00 | 09:18 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74879 | On time 08:40 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h52 | 09:32 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P61516_P61384 | 08:56 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h51 | 09:47 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L73914 | On time 09:05 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1h20 | 10:25 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P61452 | On time 09:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h55 | 10:17 Winchester station (WIN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Winchester
Trains from Bournemouth to Winchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 46m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Winchester trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Winchester from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Flights from Southampton to Amsterdam: Journey Details
On weekdays, flights from Southampton to Amsterdam generally depart every 30-45 minutes between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Journeys usually involve 1-2 changes with the possibility of lengthy layovers in some cases. Saturdays see departures every 90 minutes to 2 hours, again with long changeovers on some trips, while on Sundays there are flights every hour between 8:25 a.m. and 8:05 p.m. FlyBe and Air France are the main providers of services between the two cities.
Taking a Flight from Southampton
Southampton airport in Easteigh is the starting point for flights from Southampton to Amsterdam. It is easily accessible from surrounding areas. The trip from Southampton Central Railway Station to Southampton Airport Parkway Station takes only 7 minutes, followed by a brief walk across a footbridge to the arrivals terminal. Likewise, the airport is well-served by bus routes both from within Southampton and from outlying towns. The Uni-link U1A service runs between the Central Bus station, the WestQuay shopping centre, the University of Southampton's Wessex Lane Complex and the airport in 25-30 minutes (out of operation 12:40 a.m. to 5:20 a.m. approximately).
Flying into Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a city like no other, famous for its canals and bridges, its liberal attitudes and its museums full of Dutch art treasures by the likes of Rembrandt and Van Gogh. Amsterdam Schiphol airport, where flights from Southampton terminate, is 14 km south-west of the city. The train station is situated next to the airport on Schiphol Plaza. From there, fast InterCity services run to Amsterdam and Rotterdam, and there's also an hourly night train to destinations such as Utrecht and Delft. The 197 Amsterdam Airport Express bus departs every 15 minutes from platform B9 on Schiphol Plaza, reaching the Rijksmuseum and Leidseplein square in 25 minutes. The N97, a night-time version of the bus, is also available.
FAQs: Bournemouth to Winchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Winchester 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 Winchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Winchester
- 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 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30 Please note; these are the the opening times for the ticket office in the booking hall on platform 1. The ticket office on platform 2 is open from 06:15 - 08:40 Monday to Friday.
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencer in the booking hall on Platform 2. (closed since March 2020.)
- Car Park: Smart Car
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients)
- 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: Toilets are closed at 2030. The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1; 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
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is located on Platform 2. The seating complies with the Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 car park, platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Hill Bus Stop
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