The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Bournemouth will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 3 trains that leave Peterborough for Bournemouth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 235 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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 Peterborough to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £68. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £68, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 235 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£77 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Peterborough to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, 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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![]() | 08:29 Peterborough | 3h42 | 12:11 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:20 Peterborough | 5h52 | 15:12 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:10 Peterborough | 5h02 | 16:12 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 to find the best option for your trip from Peterborough to Bournemouth.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Peterborough to Bournemouth.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Bournemouth
Trains from Peterborough to Bournemouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 235 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 235 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 03:23 |
Last train 21:55 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Peterborough to Bournemouth trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Peterborough and Bournemouth from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Bournemouth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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 Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
- 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.
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