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Compare train and bus for Welling to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Welling to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $108. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $108, and a train costs an average of $149.
Distance: 404 miles (651 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$188 Average price | $108 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Welling to Bournemouth:
A bus is $81 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Welling to Bournemouth costing on average $188 (€152).
Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 8m.
You'll arrive about 4h 48m sooner (3h 36m by train vs 8h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $188 (€152) compared to roughly $43 (€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.
Compare prices and tickets Welling to Bournemouth by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welling to Bournemouth
Trains from Welling to Bournemouth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $149 (€120) but you can travel from only $108 (€87) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 404 miles (651 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 404 miles (651 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $149 (€120) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Southeastern from Welling to Bournemouth trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Welling and Bournemouth from $108 (€87). 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 Welling to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welling 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.

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