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

The cheapest train tickets from Poole to London start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £41. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Poole to London?

The average train journey time from Poole to London is 2h 16m, covering a distance of 94 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 53m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Poole to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 51 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Poole to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:01.

Train Poole to London from £14

Next train departures

Next departures from Poole to London on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:55	Branksome	3h 1m	23:56	Clapham Junction	Cheapest
Train	16:41	Branksome	2h 17m	18:58	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:19	Poole	3h 12m	10:31	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:19	Poole	3h 12m	10:31	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:47	Poole	3h 14m	11:01	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Poole to London on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Poole	2h 15m	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:46	Branksome	1h 56m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:17	Poole	2h 36m	09:53	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Poole to London on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Branksome	2h 14m	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:46	Branksome	1h 56m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:17	Poole	2h 36m	09:53	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Poole to London on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Poole	2h 15m	17:20	Waterloo	Cheapest
Train	07:46	Branksome	1h 56m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:17	Poole	2h 36m	09:53	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Poole to London on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:06	Branksome	2h 5m	19:11	Clapham Junction	Cheapest
Train	07:46	Branksome	1h 56m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:17	Poole	2h 36m	09:53	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Poole to London on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Branksome	2h 5m	17:11	Clapham Junction	Cheapest
Train	07:46	Branksome	1h 56m	09:42	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:08	Poole	2h 17m	09:25	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:17	Poole	2h 36m	09:53	Waterloo	No tags

Next departures from Poole to London on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Branksome	2h 5m	17:11	Clapham Junction	Cheapest
Train	08:47	Branksome	2h 2m	10:49	Waterloo	Fastest
Train	07:00	Poole	2h 20m	09:20	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:00	Poole	2h 20m	09:20	Waterloo	No tags
Train	07:40	Poole	2h 11m	09:51	Waterloo	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Poole to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

98 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £63	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £185	Average duration2h 16m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £13	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Poole and London?

Poole

A
Branksome
Branksome, Lindsay Rd, Branksome, Poole BH13 6BL, UK
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B
Poole Train Station
Serpentine Rd, Poole BH15 2BQ, United Kingdom

London

A
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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B
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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C
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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D
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

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 £15

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Poole to London by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Poole to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Poole to London start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £41. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Poole to London?
The average train journey time from Poole to London is 2h 16m, covering a distance of 94 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 53m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Poole to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 51 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Poole to London?
The earliest train from Poole to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/11

£35

29/11

£35

Today

£35

01/12

£25

02/12

£24

03/12

£21

04/12

£24

05/12

£31

The cheapest trip from Poole to London was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

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

You can expect to pay from £21 to £141 for a train ticket from Poole to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-03.