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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Christchurch (CHR)

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37

train journeys
per day

3

miles (5 kms)

7 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:55

first / last train

36

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Christchurch (CHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Christchurch , with 36 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Christchurch is approximately 3 miles (5 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 15 mins.

South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bournemouth and Christchurch.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Christchurch. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Christchurch Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:15
    7 mins Direct
    05:22
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:37
    7 mins Direct
    05:44
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:11
    7 mins Direct
    06:18
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:34
    7 mins Direct
    06:41
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:04
    7 mins Direct
    07:11
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:34
    7 mins Direct
    07:41
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:02
    7 mins Direct
    08:09
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:18
    7 mins Direct
    08:25
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:23
    7 mins Direct
    08:30
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:05
    7 mins Direct
    09:12
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:22
    7 mins Direct
    09:29
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:02
    7 mins Direct
    10:09
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:22
    7 mins Direct
    10:29
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:02
    7 mins Direct
    11:09
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:22
    7 mins Direct
    11:29
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:02
    7 mins Direct
    12:09
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:22
    7 mins Direct
    12:29
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:02
    7 mins Direct
    13:09
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:22
    7 mins Direct
    13:29
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:02
    7 mins Direct
    14:09
    Bournemouth
    Christchurch
    Bournemouth to Christchurch

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 Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bournemouth and Christchurch

The travel time between Bournemouth and Christchurch by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Christchurch 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 23:55.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 36 direct services per day from Bournemouth to Christchurch

South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bournemouth and Christchurch.

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