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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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14

train journeys
per day

176

miles (283 kms)

5hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 01:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Bournemouth is approximately 176 miles (283 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Bournemouth.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:46
    5 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:33
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:13
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:54
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:13
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:55
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:55
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:55
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:55
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    20:15
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:55
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:55
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    22:15
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:36
    6 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    00:27
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:30
    10 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Chester
    Bournemouth
    Chester to Bournemouth

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 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 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 Chester and Bournemouth

The travel time between Chester and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Bournemouth. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Bournemouth.

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