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London to Poole train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Poole, starting from £8.30 and averaging £10.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 57m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Thu, Apr 24
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Fri, Apr 25
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Sat, Apr 26
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Sun, Apr 27
From £8.30
Mon, Apr 28
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Tue, Apr 29
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:30 London Waterloo	07:57 Poole	2h 27m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:30 London Waterloo	08:59 Poole	2h 29m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:03 London Waterloo	09:23 Poole	2h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:35 London Waterloo	09:43 Poole	2h 8m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:05 London Waterloo	10:15 Poole	2h 10m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:05 London Waterloo	10:22 Paris	2h 17m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Poole train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:40

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Poole

Journey time

1h 57m

Distance

97 miles

Price

£8.30*

Train Operators

South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Poole

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London and Poole on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London to Poole can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London to Poole, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Poole ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London to Poole more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Poole train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London to Poole with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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