The average train between Rugby and Bournemouth takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 11:16 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Rugby to Bournemouth train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Coventry station.
Rugby to Bournemouth train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Rugby to Bournemouth train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Bournemouth is 188.4 km. The road distance is 267 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 49m.