The average train between Watford and Bournemouth takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour 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.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Watford and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 7:45 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 14m • 2 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Watford to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Bournemouth station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Watford to Bournemouth train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Watford High Street station.
Watford to Bournemouth train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Watford to Bournemouth train tickets online with London Overground, London Underground (Tube) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Watford and Bournemouth is 146.6 km. The road distance is 203 km.
You can take a train from Watford High Street to Bournemouth via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 8m.