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London to Poole train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Poole, starting from £6.50 and averaging £13.00. 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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Tue, Sep 9
From £8.10
Wed, Sep 10
From £10.00
Thu, Sep 11
From £10.00
Fri, Sep 12
From £8.10
Sat, Sep 13
From £9.65
Sun, Sep 14
From £7.80
Mon, Sep 15
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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
09:05 2h 10m, Direct London Waterloo	11:15 Poole	Find Tickets
09:05 2h 17m, Direct London Waterloo	11:22 Poole	Find Tickets
09:35 2h 1m, Direct London Waterloo	11:36 Poole	Find Tickets
10:05 2h 10m, Direct London Waterloo	12:15 Poole	Find Tickets
10:05 2h 17m, Direct London Waterloo	12:22 Poole	Find Tickets
10:35 2h 1m, Direct London Waterloo	12:36 Paris	Find Tickets

London to Poole train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:35

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Poole

Journey time

1h 57m

Distance

156 km

Price

£6.50*

Train Operators

South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Poole

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London and Poole, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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