What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Bournemouth is to train and fly which takes 4h 11m and costs £100 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Bournemouth via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Chester to Bournemouth?

The distance between Chester and Bournemouth is 248 miles. The road distance is 208.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £100 - £340.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Chester to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Bournemouth train from?

Chester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Chester to Bournemouth train arrive?

Chester to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Chester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Bournemouth is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Chester to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Bournemouth?

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2443+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Chester to Bournemouth - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chester to Bournemouth by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 13m
£102–331
Drive 207.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Bournemouthcar 207.6 mi
4h 23m
£51–73
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
4h 11m
£100–212
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
7h 29m
£98–158
Fly Liverpool to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane LPL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
7h 37m
£101–310
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
4. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
6h 19m
£125–392
Fly Liverpool to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
8h 5m
£109–275

Chester to Bournemouth by train

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chester to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 246.3 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Bournemouth via Stafford in around 5h 13m.

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