Chesterfield to Bournemouth by train

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Overview: trains from Chesterfield to Bournemouth

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chesterfield to Bournemouth, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:42 View journey
Last train 23:45 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 30m View journey
Distance (km) 281
Trains / day 52 View all
Cheapest journey AU$267.91 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 58m
Train operators 7

Chesterfield to Bournemouth by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Chesterfield to Bournemouth? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 281 kilometres.

Train cost between Chesterfield and Bournemouth: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$267.91, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel from Chesterfield to Bournemouth

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:42 and the last departure is 23:45. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:39 and the last train leaves at 23:32. On average, a total of 52 trains make this journey each day.

Travel time and distance between Chesterfield and Bournemouth

The route’s fastest journey takes 4 hours and 30 minutes, covering a total of 281 kilometres.

When are tickets between Chesterfield and Bournemouth available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Chesterfield and Bournemouth can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Chesterfield to Bournemouth

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Bournemouth city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Chesterfield to Bournemouth

Want to know more about your journey from Chesterfield to Bournemouth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Chesterfield and Bournemouth spans 281 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.