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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport
Showing times and prices for Dec 20
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
129 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.
P61406+
P42314 · W6007602:59PM3h11
Bournemouth station (BMH)06:10PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$461One-way
2 transfers
C72329+P42280 · W6005811:45AM2h55
Bournemouth station (BMH)02:40PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$461One-way
2 transfers
C72345+P42310 · W6007302:45PM2h55
Bournemouth station (BMH)05:40PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$461One-way
2 transfers
P61385+P42250 · W6004508:59AM3h11
Bournemouth station (BMH)12:10PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$461One-way
2 transfers
P61397+P42297 · W6006612:59PM3h11
Bournemouth station (BMH)04:10PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$461One-way
2 transfers
P61469+P2508902:22PM2h27
Bournemouth station (BMH)04:49PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$661One-way
1 transfer
P61473+P2509903:22PM2h27
Bournemouth station (BMH)05:49PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$661One-way
1 transfer
P61466+P2507901:22PM2h27
Bournemouth station (BMH)03:49PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$721One-way
1 transfer
P61463+P2506912:22PM2h27
Bournemouth station (BMH)02:49PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$791One-way
1 transfer
P61456+P2504910:22AM2h27
Bournemouth station (BMH)12:49PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$791One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €22 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:01 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| P61450+P25029 | On time 8:22 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h27 | 10:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C72312+P42244 · W60042 | On time 8:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h55 | 11:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C72312+P61166+P25035 | On time 8:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 11:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61385+P42250 · W60045 | On time 8:59 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h11 | 12:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61453+P25039 | 9:22 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h27 | 11:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C72317+P61177+P25045 | On time 9:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 12:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61387+P42262 · W60051 | On time 9:59 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h11 | 1:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61456+P25049 | On time 10:22 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h27 | 12:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C72322+P61188+P25055 | On time 10:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 1:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C72322+P42268 · W60053 | On time 10:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h55 | 1:40 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61390+P42274 · W60056 | On time 10:59 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h11 | 2:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61459+P25059 | On time 11:22 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h27 | 1:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C72329+P42280 · W60058 | 11:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h55 | 2:40 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C72329+P61200+P25065 | On time 11:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 2:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61393+P42285 · W60061 | On time 11:59 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h11 | 3:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61463+P25069 | On time 12:22 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h27 | 2:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C72335+P61211+P25075 | On time 12:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 3:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C72335+P42291 · W60063 | On time 12:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h55 | 3:40 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61397+P42297 · W60066 | On time 12:59 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h11 | 4:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61466+P25079 | On time 1:22 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h27 | 3:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C72341+P61222+P25085 | On time 1:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 4:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C72341+P42302 · W60068 | On time 1:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h55 | 4:40 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61402+P42305 · W60071 | On time 1:59 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h11 | 5:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61469+P25089 | On time 2:22 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h27 | 4:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C72345+P42310 · W60073 | On time 2:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h55 | 5:40 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C72345+P61233+P25095 | On time 2:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 5:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61406+P42314 · W60076 | On time 2:59 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 3h11 | 6:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| P61473+P25099 | On time 3:22 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h27 | 5:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C72351+P61243+P25105 | On time 3:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h34 | 6:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| C72351+P42318 · W60078 | On time 3:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h55 | 6:40 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
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Southern as well as South Western Railway, CrossCountry and Cross Country offer trains services from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport.
Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, CrossCountry and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $16 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 19:21. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $16 (€12)
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 19:21 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $16 (€12)
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and London Gatwick Airport from $16 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€18)
Southern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
$33 (€26)
South Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
$95 (€77)
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
$89 (€71)
Cross Country frequency
22 a day
FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport takes 2h 41m and runs 9 per day.
The train journey from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport is moderately scenic, offering views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and small towns, though much of the route is suburban and urban.
A day trip from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 41m. Trains run 9 times per day, covering a distance of 80 miles (129 km).
The last train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 7:21 PM.
The distance by train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport is 80 miles (129 km).
Train ticket prices from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $22 (€18), while the average price is around $43 (€34).
There is no direct train service currently available from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $16 (€12).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport.
The first train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 5:12 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport.
There is no high speed train available from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to London Gatwick Airport
Bournemouth
London
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Premium
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Bournemouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Pokesdown
- 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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