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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Bournemouth will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 5 trains that leave Slough for Bournemouth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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 Slough to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. 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 £18, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 125 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£38 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m 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
Slough to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:47 Slough | 3h26 | 08:13 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:18 Slough | 1h55 | 08:13 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:26 Slough | 2h36 | 10:02 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:17 Slough | 1h55 | 11:12 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:19 Slough | 1h56 | 19:15 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Slough to Bournemouth
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Trains from Slough to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 22:54 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Slough to Bournemouth trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Slough and Bournemouth from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Slough to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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 Slough and Bournemouth
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
- Located in the main hall
- 36 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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