The average train between Runcorn and Bournemouth takes 5h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 9:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.
Runcorn to Bournemouth train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Bournemouth train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Runcorn to Bournemouth train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Runcorn and Bournemouth is 297.2 km. The road distance is 399 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 17m.