The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$240
Fastest journey
7 h 21 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Bournemouth will cost around $240 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Bournemouth on Tue, Dec 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 593 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 21 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 8 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 368 miles (593 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€194 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest |
7h 46m Average total duration Fastest 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 54m Average total duration 11h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Bournemouth trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W02948+ C75166 | On time 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 8h12 | 4:12 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
L02258+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ P61483 | On time 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h23 | 4:01 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
W03062+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ P61486 | On time 9:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h25 | 5:01 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
C01381+ C72490 | On time 9:39 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 8h38 | 6:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 1 transfer | |
L02262+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L73792 | On time 10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h17 | 5:55 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
W03060+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L73797 | On time 11:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h13 | 6:49 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Bournemouth
Trains from Glasgow to Bournemouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $108 (€87) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 368 miles (593 km) distance in 7h 17m.
Distance 368 miles (593 km) |
Average train duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $108 (€87) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 17m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, LNER from Glasgow to Bournemouth trainsAvanti West Coast, LNER trains will get you between Glasgow and Bournemouth from $38 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Bournemouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Bournemouth
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Alexandra Parade in front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 23:15 Saturday 06:40 - 23:15 Sunday 08:25 - 23:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free - stairs to below ground platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop on London Road by Bridgeton Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 23:20 Saturday 06:00 - 23:20 Sunday 08:20 - 23:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Elmbank Gardens to the left of the station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
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