The average train between Arbroath and Bournemouth takes 9h 6m and the fastest train takes 8h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Arbroath to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Arbroath and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arbroath is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 12:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 9h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 50m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Arbroath to Bournemouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Arbroath station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.
Arbroath to Bournemouth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arbroath station.
Arbroath to Bournemouth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Arbroath to Bournemouth train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Arbroath and Bournemouth is 651.3 km. The road distance is 926 km.
You can take a train from Arbroath to Bournemouth via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 8h 53m.