South Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
Trains to Poole from Southampton
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:54 | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | Poole | |
| Journey time | From 40m | |
| Distance | 28 miles (46 km) | |
| Frequency | 131 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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Travel by train from Southampton to Poole
Looking to travel from Southampton to Poole by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Southampton to Poole takes around 1 hour, but can take just 40 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 131 trains per day from Southampton to Poole.
Direct trains are available on this route.
South Western Railway trains operate on this route.
Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.