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Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport Trains From £16.90

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Buy cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport for just £16.90. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of £53.60. The train journey from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport typically takes approximately 2h 23m. You can expect a frequency of 84 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 23:12
    Bournemouth

    7h 57m

    No direct

    07:09+1
    Gatwick Airport
    Train Y04307-2W84 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain Y01289-2B12 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L15152-1B06 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport Train Route Details

    The Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport train ticket is £16.90. The average travel time is 2h 23m, covering a distance of approximately 128 miles. There are usually 84 daily trains provided by South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

    First train
    05:15
    Last train
    23:12
    Departure station
    Bournemouth
    Arrival station
    Gatwick Airport
    Journey time
    2h 23m
    Distance
    128 miles
    Price
    £16.90
    Train Operators
    South Western Railway

    Choose Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £53.60 Save £17.69
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £53.60 Save £17.69
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £53.60 Save £17.69
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £53.60 Save £17.69

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport?

      The first train from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport is at 05:15.
    • Are there direct trains from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport?

      No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport ?

      The train journey from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport typically takes an average of 2h 52m, with the fastest journey duration being around 2h 23m.
    • How much is a train from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport ?

      The cost of a train from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £16.90 and the average price being around £53.60.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Bournemouth to Gatwick Airport ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.