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Rugby to Bournemouth train prices and times

Planning a journey from Rugby to Bournemouth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £80.00, with average prices for this route around £33.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
06:04 Rugby	10:02 Bournemouth	3h 58m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:05 Rugby	09:13 Bournemouth	3h 8m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:33 Rugby	10:13 Bournemouth	3h 40m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:33 Rugby	10:21 Bournemouth	3h 48m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:05 Rugby	10:13 Bournemouth	3h 8m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:08 Rugby	11:02 Paris	3h 54m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Rugby to Bournemouth train route details

First train

06:04

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Rugby

Arrival station

Bournemouth

Journey time

3h 3m

Distance

118 miles

Price

£80.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Rugby to Bournemouth

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Rugby to Bournemouth. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Rugby to Bournemouth for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Rugby to Bournemouth, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Rugby to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Rugby to Bournemouth train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Rugby to Bournemouth from £80.00*

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Rugby to Bournemouth train prices and times

Rugby to Bournemouth train route details