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Bournemouth to Wick by train
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:45 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Wick | |
| Journey time | From 16h 22m | |
| Distance | 535 miles (861 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Wick in 16 hours 22 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Wick? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 23 hours 6 minutes to travel the 535 miles (861 km) from Bournemouth to Wick by train, although you can get there in as little as 16 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to Wick. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bournemouth to Wick 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 Wick by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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