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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bournemouth will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
To travel from Bristol to Bournemouth you need to make at least one change.
G15006+
L8024210:212h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:01Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change- G15008+L8025411:222h39Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:01Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
- G15003+L802228:212h41Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:02Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
- W34974+L802349:232h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:01Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
- G15012+L8027413:222h39Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)16:01Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
- G15017+L8030216:222h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)18:49Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
- G15019+L8030817:222h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)19:49Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
- G15015+L8056315:232h29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:52Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
- W35025+L8031818:222h32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)20:54Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
- W34974+L802349:232h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:01Bournemouth station (BMH)£591One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 96 km
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£53 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15003+L80222 | 8:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h41 | 11:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| W34974+L80234 | 9:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h38 | 12:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
G14899+ G01003 | 9:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h44 | 12:14 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| G15006+L80242 | 10:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h40 | 13:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| G14900+G01005 | 10:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h47 | 13:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| G15008+L80254 | 11:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h39 | 14:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| G14902+G01009 | 11:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h43 | 14:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bournemouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Bournemouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Bournemouth trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Bournemouth from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Bournemouth
Most Bristol to Bournemouth trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth station pair, with some services arriving at Pokesdown. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
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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