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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Waterloo | Hamworthy | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Waterloo | Poole | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Waterloo | Hamworthy | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from London to Poole
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Poole. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Poole?
London
- AWaterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
- B7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
- CKing's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
- DEuston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
- E51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
- FMelcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
Poole
- ABranksome, Lindsay Rd, Branksome, Poole BH13 6BL, UK
- B
Poole Train Station
Serpentine Rd, Poole BH15 2BQ, United Kingdom
Train companies
Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $20
Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Poole by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from London to Poole?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Poole start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Poole?
The average train trip from London to Poole takes 2h 10m and covers 159 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 50m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Poole route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 51 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Poole?
The earliest train from London to Poole departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:14pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Poole was searched and found on Mar 27, 2026 with a price of $26To 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 $26 to $259 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 $26 which is on 2026-03-27.
