The average train between Bournemouth and Kent takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth to Kent. 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 hourly between Bournemouth and Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 9:12 PM which arrives into Kent at 1:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Clapham Junction and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth to Kent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Kent. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Kent station via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Bournemouth to Kent train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Kent train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Lenham station.
Book your Bournemouth to Kent train tickets online with South Western Railway, Southern and Southeastern.
The distance between Bournemouth and Kent is 190.5 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Bournemouth to Lenham via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 3h 46m.