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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Canterbury East (CBE)

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37

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

3hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Canterbury East (CBE)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Canterbury East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Canterbury East is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 50 mins.

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

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Canterbury East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Canterbury East Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:15
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:55
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:39
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:11
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:56
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:39
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:26
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:40
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:31
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:56
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:39
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:40
    4 hrs 3 changes
    12:40
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:56
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    13:39
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:45
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:40
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:59
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:55
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:45
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    14:40
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:59
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:45
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:40
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:59
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:45
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    16:43
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:22
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:45
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    17:42
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:22
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    18:09
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:45
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Bournemouth
    Canterbury East
    Bournemouth to Canterbury East

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

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bournemouth and Canterbury East

The travel time between Bournemouth and Canterbury East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Canterbury East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between Bournemouth and Canterbury East typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bournemouth & Canterbury East. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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