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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Bournemouth (BMH)

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28

train journeys
per day

134

miles (216 kms)

3hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Bournemouth is approximately 134 miles (216 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 17 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Bournemouth.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:44
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    09:10
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:20
    Folkestone Central
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:20
    Folkestone Central
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:20
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:20
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:11
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:11
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    19:49
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:37
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    20:21
    Folkestone West
    Bournemouth
    Folkestone West to Bournemouth

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 Available
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 Folkestone Stations and Bournemouth

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations 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 Folkestone Stations & Bournemouth. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Bournemouth.

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