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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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20

train journeys
per day

147

miles (237 kms)

4hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Bournemouth is approximately 147 miles (237 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 31 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:53
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    06:04
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:43
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:04
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:04
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    13:42
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:04
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:42
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:04
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    15:42
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:04
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:42
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:04
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:42
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:04
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    18:42
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    15:04
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    19:44
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    16:04
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    20:42
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    17:04
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:44
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    18:04
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    22:44
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    19:04
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    00:09
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    20:04
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    01:15
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    21:04
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    02:02
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    22:04
    9 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    22:50
    10 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:10
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    23:59
    9 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:28
    Margate
    Bournemouth
    Margate to Bournemouth

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
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 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 Margate and Bournemouth

The travel time between Margate and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & Bournemouth. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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