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Brentford to Bournemouth by train
| First train | 05:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:24 | |
| Departure station | Brentford | |
| Arrival station | Bournemouth | |
| Journey time | From 2h 16m | |
| Distance | 85 miles (138 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Brentford to Bournemouth in 2 hours 16 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Brentford to Bournemouth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 12 minutes to travel the 85 miles (138 km) from Brentford to Bournemouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 32 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with South Western Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Brentford to Bournemouth in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bournemouth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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