How to get from Christchurch to Thorncombe by bus and train?

From Christchurch to Thorncombe by bus and train

To get from Christchurch to Thorncombe in South West, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Christchurch station to Dorchester South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CR5 bus and finally take the 96 bus from Bus Station station to Church Street School station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 52 min.

292min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - CR5CR5
Bus - 9696
Walk to Thorncombe
Leaves from Christchurch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Christchurch
    640 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Weymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dorchester South
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Station
    ID dorajwjd
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - CR5CR5
    Wait for bus
    CR5
    Yeovil
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    ID sotdgagw
    92 min
  • 7
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Chard
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Church Street School
    ID sotatgpa
    69 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thorncombe
    Walk to
    Thorncombe
    3.25 km • 41 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Christchurch to Thorncombe

The distance between Christchurch, South West and Thorncombe, South West is approximately 133.41 km, which can typically be travelled in 292 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Christchurch to Thorncombe by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Christchurch

Christchurch is located at Christchurch, South West and the nearest public transport station is Bargates.

Bus stations close to Christchurch:

  • Bargates
  • Town Centre
  • Barrack Road

Ferry stations close to Christchurch:

  • Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing
  • Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing
  • Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing

Public transport stations close to Thorncombe, South West

Thorncombe is located at Thorncombe, South West and the nearest public transport station is Gribb View.

Bus stations close to Thorncombe:

  • Gribb View
  • Bus Shelter
  • Thorncombe Crossroads

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Thorncombe?

    The fastest way takes 292 minutes, using Bus line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line CR5, Bus line 96.

  • Is there a direct train between Christchurch and Thorncombe in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 52 min.

  • Which train line goes from Christchurch to Thorncombe in South West?

    The SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Christchurch station near Christchurch to Weymouth station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Weymouth station near Thorncombe in South West

  • How long does it take to travel from Christchurch to Thorncombe in South West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Christchurch and Thorncombe in South West by train and bus is about 4 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Christchurch to get to Thorncombe in South West?

    Get on the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Christchurch station near Christchurch in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Christchurch and Thorncombe in South West?

    Get off the train at the Weymouth stop, which is closest to Thorncombe in South West.