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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Gathurst (GST)

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18

train journeys
per day

198

miles (320 kms)

5hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Gathurst (GST)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Gathurst , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Gathurst is approximately 198 miles (320 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 12 mins.

CrossCountry, London Overground, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Gathurst.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Gathurst. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 26 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Christchurch to Gathurst

Journeys from Christchurch to Gathurst Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:20
    5 hrs 36 mins4 changes
    10:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:43
    6 hrs 13 mins6 changes
    11:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:10
    5 hrs 46 mins4 changes
    12:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:22
    5 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    13:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:30
    5 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    14:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:30
    5 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    15:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:28
    5 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    16:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:36
    6 hrs 20 mins6 changes
    17:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:28
    5 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    18:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:28
    5 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    19:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:36
    6 hrs 36 mins6 changes
    21:12
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:28
    6 hrs 44 mins5 changes - overtaken train
    22:12
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:36
    6 hrs 36 mins6 changes
    22:12
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:45
    6 hrs 41 mins6 changes
    23:26
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    20:29
    11 hrs 44 mins5 changes - overtaken train
    08:13
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    20:35
    11 hrs 38 mins6 changes
    08:13
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:18
    10 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    09:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:35
    12 hrs 21 mins6 changes
    11:56
    Christchurch
    Gathurst
    Christchurch to Gathurst

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

About Gathurst Station

Station name Gathurst (GST)
AddressGathurst station, Gathurst Road, Gathurst, Greater Manchester, WN5 0LW
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Christchurch and Gathurst

The travel time between Christchurch and Gathurst by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Gathurst vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between Christchurch and Gathurst 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 & Gathurst. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, London Overground, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Gathurst.

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