Poole to Rayleigh by train
| First train | 09:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:55 | |
| Departure station | Poole | |
| Arrival station | Rayleigh | |
| Journey time | From 4h 10m | |
| Distance | 127 miles (204 km) | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia |
Travel from Poole to Rayleigh by train in 4 hours 10 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Poole to Rayleigh by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Poole to Rayleigh by train is 6 hours 34 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 10 minutes. You'll usually find 0 trains per day travelling the 127 miles (204 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way to Rayleigh. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway on your way to Rayleigh, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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