The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH)
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 1 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Bournemouth station (BMH) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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 East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 143 km
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£34 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:53 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h28 | 17:21 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
![]() | 06:23 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h37 | 10:00 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) by train or coach
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Why should you book East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Thameslink or Southern to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Thameslink or Southern to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH).
Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 13:53. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 13:53 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Southern from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Bournemouth station (BMH) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Bournemouth station (BMH) 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 station (BMH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Bournemouth station (BMH)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
- 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.


