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Poole to Middlesbrough by train

First train

16:04

Last train

21:54

Departure station

Poole

Arrival station

Middlesbrough

Journey time

From 12h 29m

Distance

269 miles (432 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway

How to travel from Poole to Middlesbrough by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Poole to Middlesbrough? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Poole and Middlesbrough, which usually take 14 hours 33 minutes to complete the 269 miles (432 km) journey. It can take as little as 12 hours 29 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Middlesbrough by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. South Western Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Poole to Middlesbrough if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Middlesbrough? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Poole to Middlesbrough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Poole to Middlesbrough take?

The average journey time by train between Poole and Middlesbrough is 14 hours and 33 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Poole and Middlesbrough by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Poole to Middlesbrough is 12 hours and 29 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Poole to Middlesbrough?

No, there are no direct train services from Poole to Middlesbrough. Travelling from Poole to Middlesbrough by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Poole to Middlesbrough leave?

The first train from Poole to Middlesbrough leaves at 16:04. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Poole to Middlesbrough leave?

The last train from Poole to Middlesbrough leaves at 21:54. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Poole and Middlesbrough by train?

Trains travelling from Poole to Middlesbrough cover a distance of around 269 miles (432 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Middlesbrough to Poole.

Cheap train tickets from Poole to Middlesbrough

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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