The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Poole
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Poole will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gloucester 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 129 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
8:083h58Gloucester12:06Poole£681One-way0 changes
8:083h58Gloucester12:06Poole£681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Poole
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 129 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£69 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gloucester to Poole train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Poole trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:08 Gloucester | 3h58 | 13:06 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gloucester to Poole by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Poole
Trains from Gloucester to Poole run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 21:19 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gloucester to Poole trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gloucester 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: Gloucester to Poole train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Poole
Most Gloucester to Poole trains use the Gloucester to Poole station pair, with some services arriving at Parkstone (Dorset). Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Poole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Poole leave from?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Poole station do trains from Gloucester 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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