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Dormans to Bournemouth by train

First train

05:40

Last train

23:10

Departure station

Dormans

Arrival station

Bournemouth

Journey time

From 2h 34m

Distance

86 miles (139 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Travelling from Dormans to Bournemouth by train

Looking to travel from Dormans to Bournemouth by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 30 minutes to travel from Dormans to Bournemouth by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 34 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 86 miles (139 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bournemouth, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with South Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry to get to Bournemouth. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Dormans to Bournemouth in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Dormans to Bournemouth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Dormans and Bournemouth by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Dormans to Bournemouth is 2 hours and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Dormans to Bournemouth?

No, there are no direct train services from Dormans to Bournemouth. Travelling from Dormans to Bournemouth by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Dormans to Bournemouth leave?

The first train from Dormans to Bournemouth leaves at 05:40. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Dormans to Bournemouth leave?

The last train from Dormans to Bournemouth leaves at 23:10. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Dormans and Bournemouth by train?

Trains travelling from Dormans to Bournemouth cover a distance of around 86 miles (139 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Dormans to Bournemouth

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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