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Poole Museum
Harbour-front museum telling Poole’s story through local archaeology, ceramics and maritime displays in restored historic buildings.
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fareham to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fareham to Poole will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Fareham to Poole you need to make at least one change.


The table below shows live departures for Fareham to Poole trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:49 Fareham | 1h34 | 9:23 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:11 Fareham | 1h32 | 9:43 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:47 Fareham | 1h27 | 10:14 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:11 Fareham | 1h26 | 10:37 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:47 Fareham | 1h27 | 11:14 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:11 Fareham | 1h24 | 11:35 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:47 Fareham | 1h27 | 12:14 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:11 Fareham | 1h24 | 12:35 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:46 Fareham | 1h28 | 13:14 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:11 Fareham | 1h26 | 13:37 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:46 Fareham | 1h28 | 14:14 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:11 Fareham | 1h25 | 14:36 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:46 Fareham | 1h28 | 15:14 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:11 Fareham | 1h24 | 15:35 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:47 Fareham | 1h27 | 16:14 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:11 Fareham | 1h24 | 16:35 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:47 Fareham | 1h28 | 17:15 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:13 Fareham | 1h26 | 17:39 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:48 Fareham | 1h20 | 18:08 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:12 Fareham | 1h25 | 18:37 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:48 Fareham | 1h14 | 19:02 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:12 Fareham | 1h22 | 19:34 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:49 Fareham | 1h12 | 20:01 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:12 Fareham | 1h21 | 20:33 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:49 Fareham | 1h20 | 21:09 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:11 Fareham | 1h24 | 21:35 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:11 Fareham | 1h24 | 22:35 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:11 Fareham | 1h24 | 23:35 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:11 Fareham | 1h25 | 0:36 Poole | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
![]() | 5:40 Fareham | 1h43 | 7:23 Poole | 1 change | |
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Trains from Fareham to Poole run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Poole — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poole trip today.
Harbour-front museum telling Poole’s story through local archaeology, ceramics and maritime displays in restored historic buildings.
Working pottery and visitor centre showing how traditional Poole pottery is made, with displays, demonstrations and a shop for collectors.
Compact RNLI museum by the quayside exploring lifeboat history, rescues and the heritage of the volunteer service founded in Poole.
Historic waterfront lined with old buildings, pubs and boat activity. It is ideal for harbour views, walks, events and ferries around the bay.
Long sandy beach backed by pine trees and sea views, popular for swimming, walking and sunsets near the Sandbanks peninsula.
Large urban park with boating lake, gardens, play areas and regular events. A good family stop close to central Poole.
Fresh native oysters from nearby Poole Harbour, prized for their clean, briny flavour and long shellfish tradition on this Dorset coast.
Brown crab landed on the south coast, often served dressed or in sandwiches. It is a classic local seafood choice tied to Poole’s fishing heritage.
Sweet, delicate scallops from Lyme Bay and the Dorset coast, commonly pan-fried. They are a regional favourite on Poole seafood menus.
Smart waterside dining room at Harbour Heights with modern British cooking and wide views over Poole Harbour and Sandbanks.
Popular harbourside seafood restaurant known for fish, shellfish and relaxed waterside dining close to Poole Quay.
Lively quay restaurant serving seafood, grills and British favourites with harbour views and a polished but informal atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK coast: hotels rise in summer, meals are mid-priced, and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Poole Railway Station -> Poole Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fareham 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.

Most Fareham to Poole trains use the Fareham to Poole station pair, with some services arriving at Parkstone (Dorset). Use this guide to compare Fareham and Poole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fareham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Fareham.
Wi-Fi is available at Fareham.
Ticket office support is available at Fareham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fareham: Parking, WC.
Available at Fareham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fareham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, 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.
Poole is 1 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Poole.
Wi-Fi is available at Poole. ATMs are available at Poole.
Ticket office support is available at Poole.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Poole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Poole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Parkstone (Dorset) is 3 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
Parkstone (Dorset) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Parkstone (Dorset).
Ticket office support is available at Parkstone (Dorset).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parkstone (Dorset): Parking.
Available at Parkstone (Dorset): Bike Parking.
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