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Hampton Court Palace exhibitions
National museum in a Tudor palace exploring global garden history through rare objects, paintings, and changing exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Surbiton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Surbiton:
A bus is $36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Surbiton costing on average $49.
Other travel options to Surbiton take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 41m by train vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $49 compared to roughly $34 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Surbiton trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L80297 · L81568 | On time 8:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h09 | 10:26 PM Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 transfer | |
L80169 · L81576 | On time 8:52 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h04 | 10:56 PM Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 transfer | |
L80312 · L78727 | On time 9:07 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2h30 | 11:37 PM Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bournemouth to Surbiton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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National museum in a Tudor palace exploring global garden history through rare objects, paintings, and changing exhibitions.
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Large riverside park with open lawns, sports areas, and long Thames paths, ideal for walks, picnics, and local views.
Pleasant stretch of the Thames Path with boats, swans, and easy waterside walking between Surbiton and Kingston.
Historic market square in nearby Kingston, lively with shops, events, and one of England's most famous coronation connections.
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Roast beef with potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. The traditional Sunday pub meal strongly associated with English dining culture.
Popular riverside pub known for British classics, Sunday roasts and a relaxed setting near the Thames.
Well-established fine dining restaurant serving refined French cuisine in an elegant but welcoming atmosphere.
Busy neighbourhood spot known for wood-fired pizza and informal dining, popular for casual meals and groups.
Moderate for Greater London: rooms are pricey, but pubs, cafes, and rail fares are lower than central London. Dining and daily transport are manageable for most visitors.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Surbiton Station -> London Waterloo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Surbiton 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 Surbiton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bournemouth to Surbiton trains use the Bournemouth to Surbiton station pair, with some services arriving at Berrylands. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Surbiton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Surbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Surbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Surbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Surbiton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surbiton: Parking, WC.
Available at Surbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surbiton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to all platforms via lifts. There is no step-free access from the rear (South Bank) entrance, 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.
Berrylands is 1 km from Surbiton city centre. Public transport options include:
Berrylands has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Berrylands.
Wi-Fi is available at Berrylands.
Ticket office support is available at Berrylands.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berrylands: Parking.
Available at Berrylands: Bike Parking.
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