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station information and facilities
Branksome
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 10:00 Saturday 08:00 - 11:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Branksome
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Poole Road (A35) Bus Stop outside John Lewis To Poole: Poole Road (A35) Bus Stop opposite John Lewis
FAQ: Travel from Branksome station (BSM)
Everything you need to know about Branksome station (BSM): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

Branksome station does not have staff help available for passengers with reduced mobility.
Branksome station is conveniently located near attractions like Poole Park, known for its scenic lakes and walking paths, and the beautiful beaches of Bournemouth, which offer stunning views and leisure activities.
Car rental service is not available directly at Branksome station.
The Branksome station is approximately 0.14 kilometers from the city center.
You can reach the city center from Branksome by using the Rail Replacement Services, with buses available from the Poole Road (A35) Bus Stop outside and opposite John Lewis, providing connections to both Bournemouth and Poole. Alternatively, taxi services may be used if available in the area.
It's generally advisable to arrive at Branksome station at least 15 minutes before your departure to account for any unexpected delays or to navigate through the station comfortably.
Branksome station is located at Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF.
Parking is available at the Branksome station with a facility named "Station Car Park."
I'm unable to provide the exact train fare from Branksome to the closest airport as specific data is required. However, you can check the latest ticket prices and schedules directly from the train service providers operating from Branksome station.
Public transport connections from Branksome include rail replacement services via Poole Road (A35) bus stops, with routes toward Bournemouth being outside John Lewis and toward Poole opposite John Lewis.
The safety of traveling early morning or late evening at Branksome station typically depends on standard safety measures such as the presence of staff, lighting, and security features available at the station.
Security or ticket checks at Branksome station may occur, but this depends on the current policies and train services operating at the station.
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