The average train between Rainham and Bournemouth takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Rainham 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 Rainham and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rainham is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rainham 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 Rainham to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Rainham station and arriving at Bournemouth station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Rainham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rainham (Kent) station.
Rainham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Rainham to Bournemouth train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and South Western Railway.
The distance between Rainham and Bournemouth is 188 km. The road distance is 233 km.
You can take a train from Rainham (Kent) to Bournemouth via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 3h 28m.