The average train between Dundee and Bournemouth takes 9h 3m and the fastest train takes 7h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Dundee 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 hourly between Dundee and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundee is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 12:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 9h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 53m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dundee 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 Dundee to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.
Dundee to Bournemouth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.
Dundee to Bournemouth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Dundee to Bournemouth train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dundee and Bournemouth is 643.3 km. The road distance is 899 km.
You can take a train from Dundee to Bournemouth via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 8h 40m.