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Watford Junction to Bournemouth trains

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The average train between Watford Junction and Bournemouth takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is an hourly train service from Watford Junction to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 55m
Duration
127 mi
Distance
£54
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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2h 54m
£41–112

Watford Junction to Bournemouth train times

Trains run hourly between Watford Junction and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 2:16 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 55m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 47m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 47m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 35m • 2 changes

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    London OvergroundLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 28m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 31m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway10h 4m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 44m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 47m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 36m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 126.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Bournemouth, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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