The average train between Lewes and Bournemouth takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is an hourly train service from Lewes 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 Lewes and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 12:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Lewes is at 8:52 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 12:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Brighton and take an average of 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lewes 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 Lewes to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Southampton Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Lewes to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Brighton station.
Lewes to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.
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The distance between Lewes and Bournemouth is 133.8 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Lewes to Bournemouth via Brighton and Southampton Central in around 3h 18m.