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Find the best prices from Bournemouth to Stansted

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Bournemouth to Stansted, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

£18.70

Sun11Jan

£18.70

Mon12Jan

£18.70

Tue13Jan

£18.70

Wed14Jan

£18.70

Thu15Jan

£10.90

Fri16Jan

£18.70

Sat17Jan

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Bournemouth to Stansted train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bournemouth to Stansted, starting from £10.90 and averaging £18.70. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 29m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
07:28 4h 19m, 3 changes Bournemouth	11:47 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
08:06 4h 7m, 4 changes Bournemouth	12:13 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
08:50 3h 49m, 2 changes Bournemouth	12:39 Stansted Airport	Find Tickets
08:50 3h 57m, 2 changes Bournemouth	12:47 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
09:40 3h 29m, 3 changes Bournemouth	13:09 Stansted Airport	Find Tickets
09:40 3h 33m, 3 changes Bournemouth	13:13 Paris	Find Tickets

Bournemouth to Stansted train route details

First train

07:28

Last train

23:08

Departure city

Bournemouth

Arrival city

Stansted

Journey time

3h 29m

Distance

104 miles

Price

£10.90*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Stansted

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bournemouth to Stansted can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Bournemouth to Stansted, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bournemouth to Stansted ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Bournemouth to Stansted train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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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