Bournemouth to Dover by train

Q: How long does it take to travel from Bournemouth to Dover?

The Bournemouth to Dover train travel takes about 3 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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Overview: trains from Bournemouth to Dover

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First train 05:15 View journey

Last train 22:12 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 3hr 50m View journey

Distance (km) 227

Trains / day 28 View all

Cheapest journey €231.65 View journey

Avg journey time 4hr 24m

Train operators 5

Travelling from Bournemouth to Dover by train

Want to know how to get from Bournemouth to Dover by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bournemouth to Dover take around 3 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 227 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bournemouth is scheduled to depart at around 05:15. The last departure is usually at around 22:12 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bournemouth at around 06:25, with the last train leaving at around 22:08. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €231.65.

We think any time is a great time to visit Dover, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Dover.

Is there a direct train from Bournemouth to Dover?

The journey between Bournemouth and Dover usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bournemouth to Dover every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bournemouth to Dover?

The Bournemouth to Dover train travel takes about 3 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bournemouth to Dover train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dover leaving Bournemouth at around 05:15 and the last train leaving at around 22:12 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bournemouth at around 06:25, with the final departure at 22:08.