The average train between Cornwall and Bournemouth takes 8h and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Cornwall 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 4 hours between Cornwall and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 7:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cornwall is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 3:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 8h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cornwall to Bournemouth? 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 Cornwall to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Cornwall station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.
Cornwall to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Cornwall to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Cornwall to Bournemouth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Cornwall and Bournemouth is 205.5 km. The road distance is 486 km.
You can take a train from Luxulyan to Bournemouth via Par and Reading in around 6h 51m.