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Reading to Poole train route details
First train
05:44
Last train
23:37
Journey time
1h 42m
Distance
68 miles
Price
€22.43*
What are the next train times from Reading to Poole?
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| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:44 Reading West | 07:57 Poole |   | Find Tickets |
06:43 Reading West | 08:59 Poole | | Find Tickets |
07:00 Reading West | 09:23 Poole | | Find Tickets |
07:52 Reading | 09:43 Poole |  | Find Tickets |
08:03 Reading West | 10:15 Poole | | Find Tickets |
08:54 Reading | 10:37 Paris | | Find Tickets |
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Which train ticket types are available for this route?
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