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Compare bus and train for Bournemouth to Lymington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Lymington 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 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$15 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Lymington:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Lymington costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Lymington take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 37m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (34m by train vs 44m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $7 (€5) 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.
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 should you book Bournemouth to Lymington trains with Omio?
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 Lymington.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bournemouth to Lymington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Lymington
Trains from Bournemouth to Lymington run on average 7 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Lymington trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Lymington 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 Lymington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Lymington 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 Lymington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Lymington
Most Bournemouth to Lymington trains use the Bournemouth to Lymington Town station pair, with some services arriving at Lymington Pier. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Lymington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Lymington 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 Lymington station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Getting to Lymington Town from Lymington city centre
Lymington Town train station facilities and services
Lymington Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lymington Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lymington Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lymington Town.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lymington Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lymington Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lymington Town: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Local taxi numbers; Lymington Taxis 01590 670670 Allports Taxis 01590 679792, 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.
Getting to Lymington Pier from Lymington city centre
Lymington Pier is 1 km from Lymington city centre. Public transport options include:
Lymington Pier train station facilities and services
Lymington Pier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lymington Pier.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lymington Pier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lymington Pier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lymington Pier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lymington Pier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. 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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