Train from London to Poole: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Poole on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
South Western RailwayTrain
Waterloo
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South Western RailwayTrain
Waterloo
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South Western RailwayTrain
Waterloo
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South Western RailwayTrain
Waterloo
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South Western RailwayTrain
Waterloo
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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Poole

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Poole. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
98 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£7 - £61Average duration3h 30m
4kg CO₂e
Average price£15 - £147Average duration2h 10m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£12 - £12Average duration1h 50m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Poole by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Poole?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Poole start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Poole?

    The average train journey time from London to Poole is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 94 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 50m and is operated by South Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Poole route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 44 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Poole?

    The earliest train from London to Poole departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:44.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
£39
11/12
£45
Today
£31
13/12
£31
14/12
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15/12
£17
16/12
£20
17/12
£24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Poole was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Poole as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £140 for a train ticket from London to Poole based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-15.

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