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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Poole
The cheapest option from Edinburgh to Poole is flight, with an average price of £45. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Poole among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 588 km
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£100 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest option | £52 Average Price |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 45m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Poole train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Poole trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 8:26 Edinburgh | 7h49 | 16:15 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Poole
Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Edinburgh to Poole, including direct trains, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 588 km distance in 7h 49m.
Distance 588 km |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Lowest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 49m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 20:41 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo from Edinburgh to Poole trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh and Poole from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Poole train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Poole
Most Edinburgh to Poole trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Poole station pair, with some services arriving at Parkstone (Dorset). Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Poole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Poole station do trains from Edinburgh 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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