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Trains from Balham (BAL) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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20

train journeys
per day

89

miles (143 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

07:03 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Balham (BAL) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Balham and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Balham to Bournemouth is approximately 89 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 12 mins.

Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Bournemouth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Balham to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Balham to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:10
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:10
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:42
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    15:10
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    16:10
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    18:42
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    17:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    19:44
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    18:10
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    20:42
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    19:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    21:44
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    20:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    22:44
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    21:10
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    00:09
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    22:10
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    01:15
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    23:25
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    02:02
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    23:55
    7 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    07:44
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    23:57
    8 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Balham
    Bournemouth
    Balham to Bournemouth

About Balham Station

Station name Balham (BAL)
Address Balham station, Balham Station Road, Balham, London, SW12 9SG
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 21:30
Saturday 06:10 - 21:30
Sunday 07:10 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Balham and Bournemouth

The travel time between Balham and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Balham and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Balham and Bournemouth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Balham & Bournemouth. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Bournemouth.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Balham and Bournemouth, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.