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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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23

train journeys
per day

109

miles (176 kms)

3hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Bournemouth is approximately 109 miles (176 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 55 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Bournemouth.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:46
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:59
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:25
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:58
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    11:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    12:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    14:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    15:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:52
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:23
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:48
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    19:49
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:23
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    20:57
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:49
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:23
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    22:08
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:23
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    23:13
    Swansea
    Bournemouth
    Swansea to Bournemouth

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Swansea and Bournemouth

The travel time between Swansea and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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Amenities on trains between Swansea 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 Swansea & Bournemouth. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Bournemouth.

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