4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Bournemouth will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 6 trains that leave Oxford 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 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
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P08567 · P09265+
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 123 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£45 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Oxford to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bournemouth trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C23546 | On time 08:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h57 | 10:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C23548 | On time 09:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h54 | 11:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P08567 · P09265+L48316 | On time 09:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h30 | 12:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 changes | |
| C23552 | On time 10:19 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h53 | 12:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P08569 · P09269+L48324 | On time 10:29 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h33 | 13:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 changes | |
| C23555 | On time 11:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h59 | 13:15 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Bournemouth
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Trains from Oxford to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 01:06 |
Last train 22:42 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Oxford to Bournemouth trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Bournemouth from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Oxford to Bournemouth
Travellers can expect to find a train leaving Oxford to Bournemouth after every hour, every day. The trains from Oxford to Bournemouth take an estimated one hour and fifty-five minutes. The agencies that service this route include CrossCountry, Great Western Railway and South West Trains. Trains from Oxford to Bournemouth are mostly direct, however, a change at either Southampton Central or Winchester might be necessary. The departure station is Oxford train station while the arrival station is Bournemouth train station.
FAQs: Oxford to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford and Bournemouth
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- 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 the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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