The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Bournemouth will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Bath to Bournemouth without transferring at least once.
P08379+
L48296
P08381+
L48304
P08377+
C23131
P08174+
C23548
P08172+
C23546
P08377+
C23131
P08381+
L48304
P08379+
L48296
P08174+
C23548
P08172+
C23546Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. 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 bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€56 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Bournemouth trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P08379+ L48296 | On time 7:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h28 | 10:03 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
P08172+ C23546 | On time 7:43 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h30 | 10:13 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
P08381+ L48304 | On time 8:38 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h25 | 11:03 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
P08174+ C23548 | On time 8:44 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h28 | 11:12 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
P08377+ C23131 | On time 6:09 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h15 | 8:24 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
P08170+ C23544 | On time 6:43 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h30 | 9:13 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Bournemouth
Trains from Bath to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 22:13 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from Bath to Bournemouth trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Bournemouth from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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
Popular train stations from Bath to Bournemouth
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
- 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.
- 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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