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The average train between Watford and Bournemouth takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is an hourly train service from Watford 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 56m
Duration
127 mi
Distance
£54
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 54m
£41–112

Watford to Bournemouth train times

Trains run hourly between Watford and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 7:45 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 32m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 34m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 38m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 33m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 58m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 34m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 33m • 2 changes

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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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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford to Bournemouth? 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.

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  • Distance: 126.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Watford, 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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