The average train between Bournemouth and Watford takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is an hourly train service from Bournemouth to Watford. 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 Watford. The earliest departure is at 5:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Watford at 1:57 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bournemouth to Watford? 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 Watford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at London Waterloo station via London Waterloo station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Bournemouth to Watford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Watford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.
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The distance between Bournemouth and Watford is 146.6 km. The road distance is 173 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m.