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Etchingham to Bournemouth by train

First train

21:24

Last train

22:33

Departure station

Etchingham

Arrival station

Bournemouth

Journey time

From 9h 24m

Distance

102 miles (165 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern

Travelling from Etchingham to Bournemouth by train

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

On average, it takes around 10 hours 20 minutes to travel from Etchingham to Bournemouth by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 9 hours 24 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 102 miles (165 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes 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, Southeastern or Southern 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 Etchingham 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 Etchingham to Bournemouth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Etchingham to Bournemouth take?

The average journey time by train between Etchingham and Bournemouth is 10 hours and 20 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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

The fastest journey time by train from Etchingham to Bournemouth is 9 hours and 24 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Etchingham to Bournemouth?

No, there are no direct train services from Etchingham to Bournemouth. Travelling from Etchingham to Bournemouth by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

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

The first train from Etchingham to Bournemouth leaves at 21:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Etchingham to Bournemouth leaves at 22:33. 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 Etchingham and Bournemouth by train?

Trains travelling from Etchingham to Bournemouth cover a distance of around 102 miles (165 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Bournemouth to Etchingham.

Cheap train tickets from Etchingham 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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