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Compare train for Bournemouth to Sherborne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Sherborne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £39, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 50 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£27. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Bournemouth to Sherborne
How to get to Sherborne from Bournemouth by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bournemouth to Sherborne is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

12:11 2h54 Bournemouth 15:05 Sherborne £82 1 One-way 2 changes
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12:11 2h54 Bournemouth 15:05 Sherborne £82 1 One-way 2 changes
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9:06 2h25 Bournemouth 11:31 Sherborne £85 1 One-way 2 changes
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10:06 2h25 Bournemouth 12:31 Sherborne £85 1 One-way 2 changes
11:06 2h25 Bournemouth 13:31 Sherborne £85 1 One-way 2 changes
12:06 2h25 Bournemouth 14:31 Sherborne £85 1 One-way 2 changes
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Sherborne
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bournemouth and Sherborne as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Bournemouth station (BMH) and arrive in Sherborne station (SHE).
- Travel with South Western Railway to go to Sherborne by train.
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