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St Helens Junction to Poole by train

First train

08:28

Last train

09:28

Departure station

St Helens Junction

Arrival station

Poole

Journey time

From 6h 8m

Distance

190 miles (306 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway

Travelling from St Helens Junction to Poole by train

Looking to travel from St Helens Junction to Poole by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 6 hours 8 minutes to travel from St Helens Junction to Poole by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 8 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 190 miles (306 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Poole, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with South Western Railway or CrossCountry to get to Poole – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from St Helens Junction to Poole in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between St Helens Junction and Poole by train?

The fastest journey time by train from St Helens Junction to Poole is 6 hours and 8 minutes.

Is there a direct train from St Helens Junction to Poole?

No, there are no direct train services from St Helens Junction to Poole. Travelling from St Helens Junction to Poole by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from St Helens Junction to Poole leave?

The first train from St Helens Junction to Poole leaves at 08:28. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from St Helens Junction to Poole leave?

The last train from St Helens Junction to Poole leaves at 09:28. 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 St Helens Junction and Poole by train?

Trains travelling from St Helens Junction to Poole cover a distance of around 190 miles (306 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from St Helens Junction to Poole

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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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