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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salisbury to Bournemouth will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Salisbury for Bournemouth on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
3:33 PM1h28Salisbury5:01 PMBournemouth$301One-way0 transfers- 10:34 AM1h27Salisbury12:01 PMBournemouth$341One-way0 transfers
- 10:34 AM1h27Salisbury12:01 PMBournemouth$341One-way0 transfers
- 3:33 PM1h28Salisbury5:01 PMBournemouth$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Salisbury to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salisbury to Bournemouth:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salisbury to Bournemouth costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 6m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-20.80 (€-17.02). The journey takes 1h 6m versus 46m 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.
Live departures
Salisbury to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to Bournemouth trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L78758+ W34968 | Delayed 10:35 AM 10:34 AMSalisbury station (SAL) | 1h49 | 12:23 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
L84106+ G01004 | On time 11:08 AM Salisbury station (SAL) | 1h19 | 12:27 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
| L78768+W34973 | Delayed 11:35 AM 11:34 AMSalisbury station (SAL) | 1h49 | 1:23 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury to Bournemouth
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Trains from Salisbury to Bournemouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Salisbury to Bournemouth trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Salisbury and Bournemouth from $6 (€5). 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 Salisbury to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salisbury to Bournemouth
Most Salisbury to Bournemouth trains use the Salisbury to Bournemouth station pair, with some services arriving at Pokesdown. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salisbury station do trains to Bournemouth leave from?
Getting to Salisbury from Salisbury city centre
Salisbury train station facilities and services
Salisbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salisbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. 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: Yes.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Salisbury arrive at?
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.
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