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Trains from Shanklin (SHN) to Christchurch (CHR)

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15

train journeys
per day

27

miles (44 kms)

2hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 19:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 5 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Shanklin (SHN) to Christchurch (CHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Shanklin and Christchurch , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shanklin to Christchurch is approximately 27 miles (44 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 30 mins.

Island Line, South Western Railway, GWR, Hovertravel are the main train operating companies running services between Shanklin and Christchurch.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shanklin to Christchurch. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 55 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Shanklin to Christchurch

Journeys from Shanklin to Christchurch Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:50
    3 hrs 12 mins5 changes
    09:02
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:50
    3 hrs 4 mins5 changes
    09:54
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:20
    3 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    10:54
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:55
    3 hrs 59 mins5 changes
    11:54
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:20
    3 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    12:54
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:20
    3 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    13:54
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:20
    3 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    14:54
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:20
    3 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    15:54
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:20
    3 hrs 45 mins5 changes
    17:05
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:50
    2 hrs 55 mins5 changes
    17:45
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:50
    3 hrs 12 mins5 changes
    19:02
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:50
    3 hrs 13 mins5 changes
    20:03
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:20
    3 hrs 44 mins5 changes
    21:04
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:15
    3 hrs 46 mins5 changes
    22:01
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    19:15
    3 hrs 50 mins5 changes
    23:05
    Shanklin
    Christchurch
    Shanklin to Christchurch

About Shanklin Station

Station name Shanklin (SHN)
AddressShanklin station, Regent Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 7AR
Managed byIL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:50 - 12:30
Saturday 07:45 - 15:00
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
AddressChristchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shanklin and Christchurch

The travel time between Shanklin and Christchurch by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shanklin and Christchurch vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:52.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Shanklin & Christchurch. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Island Line, South Western Railway, GWR, Hovertravel are the main train operating companies running services between Shanklin and Christchurch.

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