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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Bentham (BEN)

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9

train journeys
per day

235

miles (379 kms)

7hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

06:19 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Bentham (BEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Bentham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Bentham is approximately 235 miles (379 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 41 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Bentham.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Bentham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Christchurch to Bentham Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    6 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    7 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    20:40
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    20:59
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    6 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    22:02
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:30
    12 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:20
    12 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:11
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:20
    11 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Christchurch
    Bentham
    Christchurch to Bentham

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bentham Station

Station name Bentham (BEN)
Address Bentham station, Station Road, Bentham, Lancashire, LA2 7LF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Christchurch and Bentham

The travel time between Christchurch and Bentham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Bentham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Christchurch & Bentham. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Bentham.

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