Get a great view of the coast using the cliff lifts in Bournemouth, or tour the area in a scenic land train.
Land trains
Sit back and relax as our wheelchair-friendly trains glide along the picturesque promenade, offering stunning views of the seafront scenery.
The land train:
- runs every day from 10am (subject to change and weather) during high season (Easter to October)
- does not run through the winter season
- does not allow under 16 year old's without being accompanied by an adult
Route heading West:
- starting from Bournemouth Pier (West), the train travels to Branksome Chine, with stops at Durley Chine and Alum Chine
- board the train next to the Oceanarium
- after Easter until May half term: Weekends only
Road heading East:
- starting from Bournemouth Pier (East) the train travels to Boscombe, with a stop at Toft Zig Zag (drop off only)
- request stop available at East Cliff lift; please inform the driver upon boarding
- board the train next to Harry Ramsden’s Restaurant
Just get on board and pay on the train. Card payments only.
| Ticket type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult single | £4.50 |
| Child single (5 to 16 years) | £3 |
| Family (up to 2 adults and 3 children) | £14 |
| Adult unlimited | £8.50 |
| Child unlimited | £5.50 |
| Family unlimited | £25 |
| Under 5s | Free |
| 1 carer travelling with a disabled person | Free |
Cliff lifts
Bournemouth’s cliff lifts run between 29 March and 3 November subject to change and weather conditions. The lifts can take you from the clifftops to the beach and give you a great view of the coast. The:
- lifts are available Thursday to Monday from10am until 5pm (closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
- first lift is at 10 am
- last lift departs at 4:50 pm
- lifts are not available between 1:30 pm and 2pm
For more information or to check service hours, call our Resort information team on 01202 123 800.
West Cliff Lift
Built in 1908, the West Cliff Lift links the seafront to the Bournemouth International Centre.
East Cliff Lift
The East Cliff Lift was also built in 1908 and links the beach to the Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum.
Unfortunately, due to a significant cliff slide, the East Cliff Lift is currently out of action. Work to monitor the site is ongoing.
Fisherman's Walk Cliff Lift
Since 1935 the Fisherman’s Walk Cliff Lift has been linking the beach to a clifftop café and children’s play area.
Ticket prices
All prices are for one-way journeys, except passes. Card and contactless payment only.
| Ticket type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult single | £2.20 |
| Carer x1 (with paying disabled lift user) | Free |
| Child single (under 16 years) | £1.70 |
| Family single (up to 2 adults and 3 children) | £7.20 |
| Under 5s | Free |
| Passes | |
| 7 day unlimited | £13.75 |
| Season pass for one (valid until 29 September) | £44 |