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Outbound fromBristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth by train
It takes an average of 4h 3m to travel from Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth by train, over a distance of around 59 miles (95 km). There are normally 83 trains per day travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth and tickets for this journey start from £14.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:45 | |
| Departure station | Bristol Temple Meads | |
| Arrival station | Bournemouth | |
| Journey time | From 2h 27m | |
| Distance | 59 miles (95 km) | |
| Frequency | 83 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14.70 | |
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Taking the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth
Thinking about taking the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth? We’ve got you covered.
The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth usually takes around 3h 32m but can take just 2h 26m on the fastest Great Western Railway and South Western Railway services, with around 49 trains running on this popular route per day. You'll need to make one quick change along the way, as there aren't any direct services on this route.
If you’re heading for a relaxing day at the beach or a wander along Boscombe Pier, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book your trains to Bournemouth and search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you use a Railcard or travel during Off-Peak times.
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Cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bristol Temple Meads to Bournemouth is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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