Lancaster to Bournemouth by train

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Overview: trains from Lancaster to Bournemouth

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lancaster 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 05:38 View journey
Last train 23:24 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 9m View journey
Distance (km) 375
Trains / day 34 View all
Cheapest journey €312.19 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 56m
Train operators 10

Taking the train from Lancaster to Bournemouth

Ready to book a trip from Lancaster to Bournemouth by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost from Lancaster to Bournemouth

Ready to book tickets from Lancaster to Bournemouth? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Lancaster and Bournemouth typically run €312.19.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Train times for travel from Lancaster to Bournemouth

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:36 and the last departure is 23:24. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:38 and the last train leaves at 22:17. On average, a total of 34 trains make this journey each day.

Lancaster to Bournemouth train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 375 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 5 hours and 9 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Lancaster and Bournemouth

Tickets for travel between Lancaster and Bournemouth can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Lancaster to Bournemouth by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Bournemouth.

FAQs about the train journey from Lancaster to Bournemouth

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

The total distance between Lancaster and Bournemouth is 375 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.