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Outbound fromWhitstable to Bournemouth by train
It takes an average of 4h 39m to travel from Whitstable to Bournemouth by train, over a distance of around 133 miles (214 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Whitstable to Bournemouth and tickets for this journey start from £110.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:27 | |
| Departure station | Whitstable | |
| Arrival station | Bournemouth | |
| Journey time | From 3h 46m | |
| Distance | 133 miles (214 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £110.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern |
Travelling from Whitstable to Bournemouth by train
Looking to travel from Whitstable to Bournemouth by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 39 minutes to travel from Whitstable to Bournemouth by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 46 minutes though. You'll usually find 8 trains per day running along the 133 miles (214 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 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 Thameslink 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 Whitstable 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, as advance tickets start from £110.20.
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Cheap train tickets from Whitstable to Bournemouth
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Whitstable to Bournemouth is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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