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Trains from Whitstable (WHI) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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31

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

3hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Whitstable (WHI) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Whitstable and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Whitstable to Bournemouth is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 24 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Whitstable to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Whitstable to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:59
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:59
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:03
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:14
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:19
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:20
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:47
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:15
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:47
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:18
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    13:17
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:51
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:27
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:51
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:27
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:13
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:51
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:27
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    16:13
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:51
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:27
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:51
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:27
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    18:17
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:51
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Whitstable
    Bournemouth
    Whitstable to Bournemouth

About Whitstable Station

Station name Whitstable (WHI)
Address Whitstable station, Old Bridge Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:00
Saturday 06:00 - 12:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
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 Unavailable
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 Whitstable and Bournemouth

The travel time between Whitstable 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 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Whitstable and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Whitstable 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 Whitstable & Bournemouth. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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