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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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47

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

3hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 47 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 47 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Bournemouth is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 52 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Bournemouth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:13
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:39
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:28
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:09
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:13
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:39
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:09
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:13
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:20
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:37
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:23
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:14
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:44
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:14
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:13
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:44
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    15:20
    Cambridge
    Bournemouth
    Cambridge to Bournemouth

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
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 Cambridge and Bournemouth

The travel time between Cambridge and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 47 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge 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 Cambridge & Bournemouth. owever, there are 47 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Bournemouth.

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