The average train between Bolton and Bournemouth takes 5h 47m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.
Bolton to Bournemouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Bournemouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Bolton to Bournemouth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Bournemouth is 320.6 km. The road distance is 428 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 50m.