Trains from Bournemouth to London Waterloo from €32.14

Are you due to catch the Bournemouth to London Waterloo train soon? Whether you’re planning a packed weekend of sightseeing, heading to a West End show or just fancy catching up with friends on a day trip to the UK’s capital, our guide below is here to make sure you’ve got all the information you need before your trip.

Departing from Bournemouth Station

Getting to Bournemouth station for your train to London Waterloo from the town centre, seafront, or Bournemouth airport is straightforward with regular local bus services stopping just outside. There are also two car parks, bicycle storage and Bournemouth coach station nearby.

Once you’ve arrived, you’ll find a Starbucks at the station, ideal for a quick coffee before you board your train to London Waterloo. Bournemouth station also has accessible toilets, a seating area and public Wi-Fi, although do note there are no ATMs or baby changing facilities. If you need to pick up supplies ahead of your journey, Asda and Lidl are just a short walk away, while there’s a McDonald’s at the coach station across the road if you’re looking for a bite to eat.

Is there a direct train from Bournemouth to London Waterloo?

Yes, South Western Railway operate direct trains from Bournemouth to London Waterloo. Covering a distance of approximately 94 miles, the quickest services can reach the capital in as little as 1h 59m, with typical journey times taking up to 2h 30m. Trains run twice an hour, usually stopping at some of the following stations:

• Pokesdown
• Christchurch
• New Milton
• Brockenhurst
• Southampton Central
• Southampton Airport Parkway
• Winchester
• Basingstoke
• Woking
• Clapham Junction

Quiet zones are available on many of South Western Railway’s trains, ideal if you’re looking for a more peaceful trip. There’s also onboard Wi-Fi on many services, so you can sit back and relax or do some extra research for your sightseeing plans in London Waterloo.

Travelling from Bournemouth to London Waterloo in First Class

South Western Railway offer the option to upgrade to First Class tickets, which are particularly reasonably priced at the weekends, so why not treat yourself if you’re heading on a weekend getaway to London? First Class passengers benefit from:

• Wider, more comfortable seats
• Large tables
• At-seat wireless charging (on applicable trains)

First Class upgrades can be purchased from ticket offices before your train sets off on weekdays or from the guard on the train at weekends. Alternatively, head over to our journey planner to book advanced First Class tickets. All you need to do is choose your preferred journey, and before proceeding to the payment screen, select ‘View 1st Class & More tickets’ to see the available First Class fares.

How much do train tickets from Bournemouth to London Waterloo cost?

Train tickets from Bournemouth to London Waterloo start from as little as €32.14, with prices often between £20 and £50. One of the best ways to find cheap tickets from Bournemouth to London is to travel off-peak and book in advance. Our journey planner can help you compare prices for different dates and times so you can choose the best option for your travel plans. You’ll also find suggestions for split tickets, which is a great way to benefit from cheaper fares without having to take a different route.

Arriving at London Waterloo

Your South Western Railway service from Bournemouth will arrive at bustling London Waterloo, Britain’s largest station. Catering for so many passengers every day, you’ll find plenty of facilities at the station when you arrive, including free public Wi-Fi, baby changing facilities, accessible toilets, water fountains, seating areas, ATMs and left luggage facilities.

Ready to grab a bite or pop to the shops as soon as you hop off the train? No problem! You’ll find a wide selection of eating, drinking and shopping outlets at Waterloo Station. Whether you’re looking to grab a quick coffee from Starbucks, a bite to eat from Upper Crust, the West Cornwall Pasty Co., Bagel Factory or Greggs, or need to stock up on supplies at Boots or M&S Simply Food, there’s something for everyone before you’ve even left the station.

If you’re looking to start your London sightseeing extravaganza straight from the station, you’re in luck with the London Eye and the South Bank of the River Thames just a short walk away. From there, you could hop on a sightseeing cruise or simply enjoy a riverside stroll, taking in iconic sights such as the Houses of Parliament and Somerset House.

It’s also simple to explore all that London has to offer by taking the tube, with Waterloo station served by the Bakerloo, Northern, Jubilee and Waterloo and City lines. Meanwhile, local bus services depart from outside the station and nearby Waterloo East station offers onward train connections to southeast London, Kent and East Sussex.

With first trains often departing before 6:00 and last trains often not departing until after 22:30, you can certainly enjoy a day trip from Bournemouth to London by train. If you’re planning on extending your trip to a weekend or longer, be sure to check out our London destination guide, with lots of ideas on what to do, where to stay and places to eat.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.