- Must visit
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Historic villa museum filled with art, collectibles and period rooms overlooking the sea. One of the area's standout cultural visits.
Take a train from Chandlers Ford to Branksome and enjoy the approximately 49 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:49, the last at 22:42.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 6:49 |
Last train 22:42 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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Historic villa museum filled with art, collectibles and period rooms overlooking the sea. One of the area's standout cultural visits.
Main local museum with archaeology, social history and changing exhibitions. A practical introduction to Poole and the surrounding area.
Compact aviation museum at Bournemouth Airport with aircraft, cockpits and local aviation stories. Especially good for families and enthusiasts.
Long sandy beach with a pier, promenade and sea views. Ideal for walks, swimming and a classic Dorset coast experience near Branksome.
Victorian pleasure gardens running through central Bournemouth. Great for level walks, aviary, plantings and access between beach and town.
Leafy Chine path descending through woodland to the sea. Popular for scenic walks, a stream and easy access to Alum Chine beach.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chandlers Ford to Branksome by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Branksome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chandlers Ford to Branksome trains use the Chandlers Ford to Branksome station pair. Use this guide to compare Chandlers Ford and Branksome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chandlers Ford is 3 km from Chandlers Ford city centre. Public transport options include:
Chandlers Ford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chandlers Ford.
Wi-Fi is available at Chandlers Ford.
Ticket office support is available at Chandlers Ford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chandlers Ford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chandlers Ford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chandlers Ford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Single platform with good level connection to forecourt / booking hall and step-free access to parking and pedestrian routes, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Branksome has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Branksome.
Wi-Fi is available at Branksome.
Ticket office support is available at Branksome.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Branksome: Parking.
Available at Branksome: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Branksome: 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.
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