Trains to Bournemouth from Southend Central
| First train | 05:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:02 | |
| Departure station | Southend Central | |
| Arrival station | Bournemouth | |
| Journey time | From 3h 37m | |
| Distance | 125 miles (201 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, c2c |
Taking the train from Southend Central to Bournemouth in 3 hours 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southend Central to Bournemouth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 59 minutes to travel the 125 miles (201 km) from Southend Central to Bournemouth by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or c2c to Bournemouth. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Southend Central to Bournemouth in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bournemouth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.