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Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Highcliffe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Highcliffe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Highcliffe:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Highcliffe costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Highcliffe take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (13m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Highcliffe.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bournemouth to Highcliffe.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Highcliffe
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Trains from Bournemouth to Highcliffe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 5:47 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Highcliffe trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Highcliffe from $4 (€3). 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 Bournemouth to Highcliffe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Highcliffe 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 Highcliffe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Highcliffe
Most Bournemouth to Highcliffe trains use the Bournemouth to Hinton Admiral station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Highcliffe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Highcliffe leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: 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.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Highcliffe station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Getting to Hinton Admiral from Highcliffe city centre
Hinton Admiral is 1 km from Highcliffe city centre. Public transport options include:
Hinton Admiral train station facilities and services
Hinton Admiral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hinton Admiral.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hinton Admiral.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hinton Admiral: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hinton Admiral: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hinton Admiral: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton/ London Waterloo). There is level access from Station Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards Bournemouth/ Weymouth) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 240m via the street. Please be aware that this station has no 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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