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Poole to Southampton train prices and times

Planning a journey from Poole to Southampton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £5.50, with average prices for this route around £5.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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19:39
49m, Direct
Poole
20:28
Southampton Central
South Western Railway
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19:50
1h 3m, Direct
Poole
20:53
Southampton Central
South Western Railway
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20:08
50m, Direct
Poole
20:58
Southampton Central
South Western Railway
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20:39
49m, Direct
Poole
21:28
Southampton Central
South Western Railway
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20:52
1h 3m, Direct
Poole
21:55
Southampton Central
South Western Railway
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21:43
1h 14m, Direct
Poole
22:57
Paris
South Western Railway
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Poole to Southampton train route details

First train
First train
04:57
Last train
Last train
22:53
Departure station
Departure station
Poole
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton
Journey time
Journey time
45m
Distance
Distance
29 miles
Price
Price
£5.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Poole to Southampton

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Poole to Southampton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Poole to Southampton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Poole to Southampton 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

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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