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Worthing Museum and Art Gallery
Worthing’s main museum showcases local history, costume, archaeology, and decorative art in a well-curated town-centre building.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Worthing among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $42, and a bus costs an average of $60.
Distance: 66 miles (107 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Worthing:
A train is $31 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bournemouth to Worthing costing on average $74.
Other travel options to Worthing take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Tickets start at around $43 compared to roughly $31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.87. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Bournemouth to Worthing run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
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Worthing’s main museum showcases local history, costume, archaeology, and decorative art in a well-curated town-centre building.
Contemporary visual arts venue near the seafront, presenting changing exhibitions, artist projects, and a strong local cultural programme.
Artist-led gallery and studio venue in East Worthing, valued for independent exhibitions and a creative local atmosphere.
Lively seafront promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and sunsets, linking the pier with beaches, gardens, and classic resort views.
Open downland and archaeological landscape with excellent walking routes and panoramic views over Worthing and the Sussex coast.
Central gardens by the sea with mature planting, shelters, and easy access to the pier, promenade, and nearby historic terraces.
Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding filled with butter and lemon, long linked to Sussex home cooking and celebrated as a rich regional classic.
Brighton rock cakes are simple fruity buns long sold across Sussex seaside towns, valued for their old-fashioned teatime appeal and local coastal nostalgia.
Sussex smokie is smoked haddock baked in a creamy cheese sauce, a hearty coastal dish reflecting the county's fishing heritage and comfort-food tradition.
Popular independent venue in Worthing serving modern British and European plates in a stylish, lively setting with strong local reputation.
Established seafront restaurant in nearby Ferring, known for polished British dining, local seafood, and a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Long-established fish and chip shop and restaurant, valued for classic seaside seafood and casual family-friendly dining.
Moderate for a UK seaside town: lodging and dining are usually cheaper than London, but summer stays, seafront dining, and rail travel can raise daily costs.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafes usually do not require tips.
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Worthing Railway Station -> Montague Place, Worthing
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Worthing 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 Worthing, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bournemouth to Worthing trains use the Bournemouth to Worthing station pair, with some services arriving at West Worthing. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Worthing 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.
Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worthing.
Ticket office support is available at Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West Worthing is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
West Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at West Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Worthing: Parking, Taxis.
Available at West Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Durrington-on-Sea is 2 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
Durrington-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Durrington-on-Sea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Durrington-on-Sea: Parking.
Available at Durrington-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Durrington-on-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Access to platform 1 (to London / Brighton) via steep ramp. Ramp to platform 2 (to Littlehampton / Portsmouth). Long step-free route between platforms via the street (longer than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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