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Bournemouth to Waterloo Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bournemouth to Waterloo? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $12.70, with average prices for this route around $14.05. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Fri, Jul 11
    From $13.51
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    From $13.51
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:15
Bournemouth
07:26
London Waterloo
2h 11m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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05:55
Bournemouth
07:47
London Waterloo
1h 52m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:11
Bournemouth
08:19
London Waterloo
2h 8m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:30
Bournemouth
08:43
London Waterloo
2h 13m, Changes requiredCrossCountrySouth Western Railway
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06:34
Bournemouth
08:48
London Waterloo
2h 14m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:56
Bournemouth
08:48
Paris
1h 52m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Bournemouth to Waterloo Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:15
Last train
Last train
23:12
Departure station
Departure station
Bournemouth
Arrival station
Arrival station
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
1h 47m
Distance
Distance
197 miles
Price
Price
$12.70*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Waterloo

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Bournemouth to Waterloo. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bournemouth to Waterloo 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Bournemouth to Waterloo, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bournemouth to Waterloo ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group 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 Waterloo Train Ticket Types

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