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Lose the stress and hassle of driving by taking the train to Bournemouth Airport. You can travel in comfort with CrossCountry and we can even help you get cheaper train tickets.

Bournemouth Airport is located around 3.5 miles northeast of Bournemouth. Although there is no train station at Bournemouth Airport, it is still easy to travel to the airport by train. Travel with CrossCountry to Bournemouth Station, and from there it’s a 20-minute bus journey to the airport.

Getting to Bournemouth Airport by train

Bournemouth Airport is around 20 minutes away from Bournemouth station. Once you arrive at Bournemouth station, you can travel by bus from outside the station. If you are in a hurry or have a lot of luggage, you can also jump in a taxi from Bournemouth station.

Bournemouth station is fully accessible to those with a range of mobility needs.

For more information about getting to Bournemouth Airport, visit Bournemouth Airport’s website.

Our Top Travel Tips

Here are our top travel tips to make sure your journey runs smoothly:

  • Find the best time to travel – Learn more about Peak and Off-Peak fares and what they mean to your journey.
  • Skip the queues by purchasing your ticket on our website, or on your smartphone, and immediately get them sent to your device as an m-Ticket via our app.
  • Download the CrossCountry app for real-time train information, tickets and live departure information.
  • Bournemouth hotels – If you have an early or late flight and want to stay in Bournemouth for the night, you’ll want to book a great value hotel.

Facilities in Bournemouth Airport

Bournemouth is a compact airport, which means there is not the huge selection of shops you may find at bigger airports. However, you can rest assured that you can find all your holiday essentials, including books, magazines, drinks, snacks, travel accessories, and more. You will also find World Duty Free where you’ll discover fantastic savings on a wide selection of products including cosmetics, sweets, fragrances, and fashion accessories.

If you're looking for something to eat or drink, there are cafes and restaurants offering freshly brewed coffee, sandwiches, cooked breakfasts, and alcoholic beverages. Start your holiday in the right way with a delicious meal and refreshing drink.

Bournemouth Airport has plenty of amenities to make your journey easier, including free Wifi in the terminal, ATMs, travel assistance from trained staff, and FastTrack security.

Direct CrossCountry routes to Bournemouth

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