The average train between Kent and Bournemouth takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 hourly between Kent and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 10:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Bournemouth station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Kent to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.
Kent to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Kent to Bournemouth train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and South Western Railway.
The distance between Kent and Bournemouth is 190.5 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 4h 3m.