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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Poole
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Poole will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Poole every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:564h10Cardiff17:06Poole£671One-way0 changes
- 12:564h10Cardiff17:06Poole£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Poole
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 119 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£68 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Poole train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Poole trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15006+ L80242 | On time 9:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h47 | 13:15 Poole station (POO) | 1 change | |
| G15008+L80254 | On time 10:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h45 | 14:15 Poole station (POO) | 1 change | |
| G15187 · G15448+L80247 | On time 11:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h06 | 15:06 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
| G15010+L80262 | On time 11:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h45 | 15:15 Poole station (POO) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Poole
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Trains from Cardiff to Poole run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 4:16 |
Last train 20:41 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Poole trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Poole from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Poole train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Poole by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Poole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Poole
Most Cardiff to Poole trains use the Cardiff Central to Poole station pair, with some services arriving at Parkstone (Dorset). Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Poole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Poole station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Poole from Poole city centre
Poole is 1 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
Poole train station facilities and services
Poole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Poole.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Poole. ATMs are available at Poole.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poole.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Poole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poole: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to both sides of the station by ramps. Interchange between platforms is via a ramped underpass at the London end of the platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Parkstone (Dorset) from Poole city centre
Parkstone (Dorset) is 3 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
Parkstone (Dorset) train station facilities and services
Parkstone (Dorset) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Parkstone (Dorset).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Parkstone (Dorset).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parkstone (Dorset): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Parkstone (Dorset): Bike Parking.
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