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Luton to Bournemouth by train
It takes an average of 3h 41m to travel from Luton to Bournemouth by train, over a distance of around 101 miles (163 km). There are normally 35 trains per day traveling from Luton to Bournemouth and tickets for this journey start from $28.83 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:40 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:02 pm | |
| Departure station | Luton | |
| Arrival station | Bournemouth | |
| Journey time | From 3h 11m | |
| Distance | 101 miles (163 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $28.83 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Luton to Bournemouth in 3 hours 11 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Luton to Bournemouth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 41 minutes to travel the 163 km from Luton to Bournemouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 35 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Luton to Bournemouth start from $28.83 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Bournemouth? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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