The average train between Bournemouth and Ludlow takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 11:56 PM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Ludlow station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Bournemouth to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Bournemouth to Ludlow train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bournemouth and Ludlow is 192.2 km. The road distance is 385 km.
You can take a train from Bournemouth to Ludlow via Reading and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 45m.