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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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54

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

3hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Bournemouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 54 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Bournemouth is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:43
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:13
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:05
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:01
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:00
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:17
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:17
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:12
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:13
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:33
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:12
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:13
    Colchester
    Bournemouth
    Colchester to Bournemouth

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Colchester and Bournemouth

The travel time between Colchester and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Bournemouth. owever, there are 54 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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