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Compare train and bus for Bracknell to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bracknell to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, while a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$54 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Bracknell to Bournemouth
Compare the available ways to get from Bracknell to Bournemouth, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bracknell to Bournemouth:
A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bracknell to Bournemouth costing on average $54.
Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 53m.
Tickets start at around $54 compared to roughly $29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$24. The journey takes 1h 51m versus 1h 27m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Bracknell to Bournemouth
How to get from Bracknell to Bournemouth by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bracknell to Bournemouth is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

6:25 PM 1h50 Bracknell 8:15 PM Bournemouth $129 1 One-way 1 transfer
Cheapest

6:25 PM 1h50 Bracknell 8:15 PM Bournemouth $129 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest

6:25 PM 1h50 Bracknell 8:15 PM Bournemouth $129 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options

8:22 AM 1h51 Bracknell 10:13 AM Bournemouth $129 1 One-way 1 transfer
9:20 AM 1h52 Bracknell 11:12 AM Bournemouth $129 1 One-way 1 transfer
10:20 AM 1h52 Bracknell 12:12 PM Bournemouth $129 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Bracknell to Bournemouth:
A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bracknell to Bournemouth costing on average $54.
Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 53m.
- Around 8 buses per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bracknell and Bournemouth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Bracknell station (BCE) and arrive in Bournemouth station (BMH).
- Buses mostly depart from Bracknell, Bus Station and arrive in Bournemouth, Coach Station.
- Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Fishbourne.
- Travel with CrossCountry, South Western Railway to go to Bournemouth by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Bournemouth by bus.
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