- Must visit
The Tank Museum
Major military museum with internationally important tank collection, interactive exhibits, and strong family appeal near Wool.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Wool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Wool will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 11 trains that leave Bournemouth for Wool on Wed, Aug 12, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 12 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest trains will take 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L80128
L80110
L80120
L80274
L80102
L80274
L80352
L80360
L80110
L80120Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Wool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Wool take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (32m by train vs 42m by car). Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $8 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Wool trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L84932 | 8:07 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h33 | 8:40 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80352 | 8:53 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h30 | 9:23 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84936 | 9:07 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h33 | 9:40 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80360 | 9:37 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h32 | 10:09 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80084 | 10:30 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h33 | 11:03 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80092 | 11:29 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h33 | 12:02 PM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80102 | 12:29 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h33 | 1:02 PM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80110 | 1:31 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h32 | 2:03 PM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80120 | 2:30 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h32 | 3:02 PM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80128 | 3:29 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h33 | 4:02 PM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80274 | 4:09 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h30 | 4:39 PM Wool station (WOO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bournemouth to Wool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Moderate for southern England. Stays and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
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Wool Station -> Dorchester South Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Wool 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 Wool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bournemouth to Wool trains use the Bournemouth to Wool station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Wool 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.
Wool has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Wool.
Wi-Fi is available at Wool.
Ticket office support is available at Wool.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wool: Parking, WC.
Available at Wool: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wool: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramps at approx 1:10 gradient to both platforms via separate entrances (Platform 1 ramp is steeper towards the top for approx 1m). Step-free access between platforms via street and full-barrier level crossing. 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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