Compare prices and tickets Shaftesbury to Bournemouth by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shaftesbury to Bournemouth
Trains from Shaftesbury to Bournemouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 6:06 |
Last train 21:17 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
FAQs: Shaftesbury to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shaftesbury to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shaftesbury and Bournemouth
Most Shaftesbury to Bournemouth trains use the Gillingham (Dorset) to Bournemouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Shaftesbury and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Shaftesbury arrive at?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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