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Trains from Chatham (CTM) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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33

train journeys
per day

113

miles (182 kms)

4hrs

fastest journey

05:04 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chatham (CTM) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Chatham and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chatham to Bournemouth is approximately 113 miles (182 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 26 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chatham to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs.

Journeys from Chatham to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:04
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:34
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:34
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:34
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:34
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:34
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:34
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:42
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:34
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:34
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:42
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    15:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Chatham
    Bournemouth
    Chatham to Bournemouth

About Chatham Station

Station name Chatham (CTM)
Address Chatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 06:20 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Chatham and Bournemouth

The travel time between Chatham and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chatham and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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Amenities on trains between Chatham 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 Chatham & Bournemouth. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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