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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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41

train journeys
per day

144

miles (231 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 23:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Bournemouth is approximately 144 miles (231 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 24 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, South Western Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Bournemouth.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:12
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:13
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:41
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:13
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:20
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:35
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:19
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:20
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:00
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    13:01
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:35
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:23
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:44
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:23
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:00
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:01
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:35
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:44
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:00
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:01
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:35
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:20
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:44
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:00
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    16:01
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:35
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:44
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:00
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    17:01
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:35
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:26
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:44
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:26
    Colchester Town
    Bournemouth
    Colchester Town to Bournemouth

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Colchester Town and Bournemouth

The travel time between Colchester Town and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:31.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester Town 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 Colchester Town & Bournemouth. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, South Western Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Bournemouth.

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