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Waterloo to Bournemouth train route details

First train
First train
09:05
Last train
Last train
23:05
Departure city
Departure city
Waterloo
Arrival city
Arrival city
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 44m
Distance
Distance
316 km
Price
Price
£7.75*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, South Western Railway

What are the next train times from Waterloo to Bournemouth?

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09:05
1h 57m, Direct
London Waterloo
11:02
Bournemouth
South Western Railway
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09:20
1h 52m, 1 change
London Waterloo
11:12
Bournemouth
South Western RailwayCrossCountry
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09:35
1h 45m, Direct
London Waterloo
11:20
Bournemouth
South Western Railway
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10:05
1h 56m, Direct
London Waterloo
12:01
Bournemouth
South Western Railway
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10:20
1h 52m, 1 change
London Waterloo
12:12
Bournemouth
South Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:35
1h 45m, Direct
London Waterloo
12:20
Paris
South Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Bournemouth from Waterloo this week

Fares from Waterloo to Bournemouth usually average around £7.75, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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Wed29Apr
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Thu30Apr
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How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Bournemouth

Book in advance

Book in advance

Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Waterloo to Bournemouth when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Waterloo and Bournemouth on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

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