The average train between Sleaford and Bournemouth takes 5h and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 Sleaford and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 1:35 PM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 47m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sleaford 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 Sleaford to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Bournemouth station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Sleaford to Bournemouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Grantham station.
Sleaford to Bournemouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Sleaford to Bournemouth train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Hull Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Sleaford and Bournemouth is 272.6 km. The road distance is 374 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Bournemouth via Grantham, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 27m.