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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£73

Average price

£73

Fastest journey

2 h 29 m

Average duration

2 h 38 m

Trains per day

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

W35735

09:132h48

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

12:01Bournemouth station (BMH)

£731One-way

1 change

Cheapest

W26131

09:162h45

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

12:01Bournemouth station (BMH)

£731One-way

2 changes

Cheapest

W36170

08:322h30

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

11:02Bournemouth station (BMH)

£731One-way

1 change

Cheapest

W35730

08:432h29

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

11:12Bournemouth station (BMH)

£731One-way

2 changes

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
South Western Railway W36170 SouthernW36170	08:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h30	11:02 Bournemouth station (BMH)	1 change
CrossCountry W35730 SouthernW35730	08:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h29	11:12 Bournemouth station (BMH)	2 changes
South Western Railway W35735 SouthernW35735	09:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h48	12:01 Bournemouth station (BMH)	1 change
South Western Railway W26131 ThameslinkW26131	09:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h45	12:01 Bournemouth station (BMH)	2 changes
This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

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

Distance

128 km

Average train duration

3h 3m

Cheapest ticket price

£20

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 23m

First train

06:26

Last train

21:43

Price information

Train providers: Southern, South Western Railway and CrossCountry trains London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth

Find the best trains between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Bournemouth with Omio's travel partners Southern, South Western Railway and CrossCountry from £25. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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.

Southern from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: £28
Southern frequency: 16 a day

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.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth train information with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 2 h 29 min
Cheapest Price: £25

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth.

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth is £45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth train time is 2 h 23 min covering the 79 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth leaves at 05: 28. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth leaves at 22: 02.

There are 9 trains a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth which require at least one change with Southern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry or Gatwick Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth train with Southern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry or Gatwick Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 02.

A trip to Bournemouth from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth by train is June.

You have options as you can travel between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Bournemouth 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Bournemouth

London

Bournemouth

Pokesdown

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Pokesdown station, Christchurch Road, Pokesdown, Dorset, BH7 6DL

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed

Distance to city center

4 km

Parking

Car Park: No

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

Bournemouth Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX

Phone Number

+44 345 600 0650

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 km

Parking

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

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

Public transport options for Bournemouth