The cheapest and fastest trains from Christchurch to Branksome
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Christchurch to Branksome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Christchurch to Branksome will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Christchurch for Branksome every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Christchurch to Branksome train times
The table below shows live departures for Christchurch to Branksome trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:35 Christchurch | 0h14 | 23:49 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
![]() | 12:53 Christchurch | 0h21 | 13:14 Branksome | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Christchurch to Branksome
Trains from Christchurch to Branksome run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 14m.
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Christchurch to Branksome trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Christchurch and Branksome from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Christchurch to Branksome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Christchurch 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Christchurch and Branksome
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stour Road bus stop outside of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 10:00 Saturday 08:00 - 11:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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