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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth you need to make at least one change.
G26160 · G26671+
G010039:093h05Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:14Bournemouth station (BMH)£321One-way2 changes- G26153 · G88585+G010008:093h05Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:14Bournemouth station (BMH)£331One-way2 changes
- G26158 · G88591+
L802348:393h22Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:01Bournemouth station (BMH)£331One-way2 changes - C82792+L802228:322h30Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:02Bournemouth station (BMH)£371One-way1 change
- C82348+L79342 · L800928:432h37Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:20Bournemouth station (BMH)£681One-way2 changes
- C82792+L802228:322h30Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:02Bournemouth station (BMH)£371One-way1 change
- G01000+C82348+L793428:432h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:14Bournemouth station (BMH)£701One-way2 changes
- C82348+L79342 · L800928:432h37Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:20Bournemouth station (BMH)£681One-way2 changes
- G26160 · G26671+G010039:093h05Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:14Bournemouth station (BMH)£321One-way2 changes
- G26153 · G88585+G010008:093h05Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:14Bournemouth station (BMH)£331One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 129 km
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£30 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G26153 · G88585+G01000 | 8:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h05 | 11:14 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 changes | |
| C82792+L80222 | 8:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h30 | 11:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 change | |
| G26158 · G88591+L80234 | 8:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h22 | 12:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 changes | |
| C82348+L79342 · L80092 | 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h37 | 11:20 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 changes | |
| G01000+C82348+L79342 | 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h31 | 11:14 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 changes | |
| G26160 · G26671+G01003 | 9:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h05 | 12:14 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 7:09 |
Last train 22:02 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Bournemouth from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport and Bournemouth
Most London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth trains use the London Waterloo to Bournemouth station pair, with some services arriving at Pokesdown. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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