The average train between Bournemouth and Harpenden takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Bournemouth to Harpenden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bournemouth and Harpenden. The earliest departure is at 5:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 10:10 PM which arrives into Harpenden at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bournemouth to Harpenden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at London Waterloo station via London Waterloo station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Bournemouth to Harpenden train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Harpenden train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.
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The distance between Bournemouth and Harpenden is 161.5 km. The road distance is 190 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 53m.