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Journey information
Overview: Train from Christchurch to Branksome
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Trains from Christchurch to Branksome run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the distance in 14m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:35 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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.
To fully enjoy Branksome, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to explore the beach, local parks, and nearby attractions.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Christchurch to Branksome.
The first train from Christchurch to Branksome leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Christchurch to Branksome departs at 23:35.
Trains from Christchurch to Branksome run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Christchurch to Branksome.
There is no night train service from Christchurch to Branksome.
Booking trains from Christchurch to Branksome in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Christchurch to Branksome can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Branksome is by train, costing approximately £3.
The train station in Christchurch that goes to Branksome is Christchurch station (CHR), and it arrives at Branksome station (BSM).
The train journey from Christchurch to Branksome offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Dorset countryside, with glimpses of charming villages and stretches of natural beauty along the way.
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Important Stations and Airports in Christchurch and Branksome
Christchurch
Branksome
The major train station for departures in Christchurch is Christchurch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Christchurch for your trip from Christchurch to Branksome.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Christchurch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stour Road bus stop outside of station
The major train station for arrivals in Branksome is Branksome. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Branksome for your journey to Branksome from Christchurch.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
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
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