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Outbound fromWellington (Shropshire) to Bournemouth by train
It takes an average of 6h 17m to travel from Wellington (Shropshire) to Bournemouth by train, over a distance of around 139 miles (224 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Wellington (Shropshire) to Bournemouth and tickets for this journey start from £125.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:53 | |
| Departure station | Wellington (Shropshire) | |
| Arrival station | Bournemouth | |
| Journey time | From 4h 20m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (224 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £125.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Southern |
About the train journey from Wellington (Shropshire) to Bournemouth
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The train from Wellington (Shropshire) to Bournemouth usually takes 6 hours 17 minutes on average to travel 139 miles (224 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 20 minutes. You can expect to find 27 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bournemouth, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Wellington (Shropshire) to Bournemouth if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £125.80. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Wellington (Shropshire) 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 Wellington (Shropshire) 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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