Welwyn to Bournemouth by train

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Overview: trains from Welwyn to Bournemouth

Find the key information for travelling by train from Welwyn to Bournemouth, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:00 View journey
Last train 22:25 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 5m View journey
Distance (km) 166
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey US$68.13 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 42m
Train operators 6

Explore Welwyn to Bournemouth by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Welwyn to Bournemouth aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Welwyn to Bournemouth

Getting from Welwyn to Bournemouth by rail typically costs US$68.13, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Welwyn to Bournemouth train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Welwyn to Bournemouth is at 04:00 and the last is at 22:25. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:52 and the last one is at 21:54. You can expect 24 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 26 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Welwyn to Bournemouth?

This journey covers a total of 166 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 3 hours and 5 minutes.

When are tickets between Welwyn and Bournemouth available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Welwyn and Bournemouth can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Welwyn to Bournemouth

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Bournemouth city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Welwyn to Bournemouth

Want to know more about your journey from Welwyn to Bournemouth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Welwyn to Bournemouth is 166 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.