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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Bournemouth
Showing times and prices for 02 Dec
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
123 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Bournemouth will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Brighton 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 123 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
17:432h33
Brighton20:16Bournemouth
£321One-way
0 changes
09:132h48
Brighton12:01Bournemouth
£331One-way
0 changes
05:132h57
Brighton08:10Bournemouth
£331One-way
0 changes
04:362h48
Brighton07:24Bournemouth
£331One-way
0 changes
17:432h33
Brighton20:16Bournemouth
£321One-way
0 changes
09:132h48
Brighton12:01Bournemouth
£331One-way
0 changes
04:362h48
Brighton07:24Bournemouth
£331One-way
0 changes
05:132h57
Brighton08:10Bournemouth
£331One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 123 km
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3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Brighton to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bournemouth trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 00:47
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y29412+ L48304 | On time 08:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h50 | 11:03 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
Y29420+ C23548 | On time 08:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h29 | 11:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| Y29427+L48316 | On time 09:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h49 | 12:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| Y29434+C23552 | On time 09:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h29 | 12:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| Y29442+L48324 | On time 10:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h49 | 13:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| Y29449+C23555 | On time 10:43 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h32 | 13:15 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Bournemouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Bournemouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 2h 28m.
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 £13
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 22:44 |
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 £13
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Brighton to Bournemouth trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Brighton and Bournemouth from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
£21
Southern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
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 27m
Cheapest Price
£52
South Western Railway frequency
2 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
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
FAQs: Brighton to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.
A 2 to 3-day visit to Bournemouth is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including its beaches, parks, and cultural sites.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Bournemouth is by coach, costing approximately £13.
The train journey from Brighton to Bournemouth offers a variety of scenic views, including stretches of the picturesque coastline, lush countryside, and charming towns, making it a pleasant experience for those who appreciate diverse landscapes.
In Bournemouth, you can explore the Oceanarium, which showcases marine life from around the world, and enjoy the Lower Gardens with its floral displays and seasonal events. Visit Boscombe Chine Gardens for a mini-golf course and water play area, or head to Hengistbury Head for hiking and birdwatching. Discover the Bournemouth Aviation Museum's interactive exhibits on aviation history. Relax at Bournemouth Beach, known for its sandy stretch and water activities, and stroll along the Victorian Bournemouth Pier for entertainment and dining. Art lovers should visit the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, while St. Peter's Church offers stunning architecture and is the resting place of Mary Shelley. The Bournemouth Gardens provide a perfect setting for leisurely walks and picnics.
The train distance from Brighton to Bournemouth is 123 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Bournemouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £32.
A day trip from Brighton to Bournemouth may not be feasible as the journey takes 2h 28m. Trains run 7 times per day, covering a distance of 123 km.
The last train from Brighton to Bournemouth departs at 22:44.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Bournemouth.
Booking trains from Brighton to Bournemouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Brighton to Bournemouth covers a distance of 123 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Bournemouth is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Bournemouth station (BMH).
The first train from Brighton to Bournemouth leaves at 4:12.
Trains from Brighton to Bournemouth run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Bournemouth.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Bournemouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Bournemouth.
To get from Brighton to Bournemouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Bournemouth
Brighton
Bournemouth
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Bournemouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
Dining
- Domino's Pizza
- Salt and Charcoal
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Travelodge Brighton
- ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
- Jurys Inn Brighton
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
Public transport options for London Road (Brighton)
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern services
Amenities at train station
DiningATMAccessibilityBike ParkingBike RentalAmenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- 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: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Bournemouth is Bournemouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth for your journey to Bournemouth from Brighton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Premium
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bournemouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Pokesdown
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
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