The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Chichester
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Chichester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Chichester will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bournemouth for Chichester on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Chichester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Chichester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€35 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Chichester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Chichester trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:59 AM Bournemouth | 1h45 | 10:44 AM Chichester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Chichester
Trains from Bournemouth to Chichester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: Southern, Cross Country, South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Chichester trainsSouthern, Cross Country, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Chichester from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to Chichester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Chichester 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 Chichester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Chichester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 20:00 Saturday 05:10 - 20:00 Sunday 06:40 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting shelters are available on both platforms
- Storage location: Outside both station entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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