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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£126
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Bournemouth will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 4 trains that leave Derby for Bournemouth every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 21 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Derby to Bournemouth 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 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 246 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£91 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:07 Derby | 5h21 | 08:28 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:30 Derby | 4h32 | 09:02 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:53 Derby | 4h22 | 12:15 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:32 Derby | 4h29 | 14:01 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Bournemouth
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Trains from Derby to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 04:04 |
Last train 20:22 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Derby to Bournemouth trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Bournemouth 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: Derby to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Bournemouth
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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Bike Rental- 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.
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