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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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32

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

4hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Bournemouth is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 43 mins.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, c2c, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Bournemouth.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:18
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    09:42
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    06:18
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:43
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    13:42
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:42
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:42
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:42
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:35
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    17:42
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    18:42
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:44
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    15:48
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    20:09
    Southend Central
    Bournemouth
    Southend Central to Bournemouth

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 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 Unavailable
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 Southend Central and Bournemouth

The travel time between Southend Central and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

First class tickets on trains between Southend Central and Bournemouth typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Southend Central 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 Southend Central & Bournemouth. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, c2c, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Bournemouth.

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