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Starcross to Bournemouth by train

First train

16:22

Last train

18:31

Departure station

Starcross

Arrival station

Bournemouth

Journey time

From 3h 49m

Distance

70 miles (112 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

Take the train from Starcross to Bournemouth in 3 hours 49 minutes

If you want to travel from Starcross to Bournemouth by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Starcross to Bournemouth by train to take around 4 hours 13 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 70 miles (112 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Bournemouth. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Starcross to Bournemouth are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Starcross 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 Starcross and Bournemouth by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Starcross to Bournemouth is 3 hours and 49 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Starcross to Bournemouth?

No, there are no direct train services from Starcross to Bournemouth. Travelling from Starcross to Bournemouth by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

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

The first train from Starcross to Bournemouth leaves at 16:22. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Starcross to Bournemouth leaves at 18:31. 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 Starcross and Bournemouth by train?

Trains travelling from Starcross to Bournemouth cover a distance of around 70 miles (112 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Starcross 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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