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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Poole
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Poole will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Poole every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
7:203h30London Gatwick Airport10:50Poole£171One-way0 changes- 8:213h29London Gatwick Airport11:50Poole£391One-way0 changes
13:143h22London Gatwick Airport16:36Poole£461One-way0 changes- 7:253h25London Gatwick Airport10:50Poole£591One-way0 changes
- 13:143h22London Gatwick Airport16:36Poole£461One-way0 changes
- 7:253h25London Gatwick Airport10:50Poole£591One-way0 changes
- 8:213h29London Gatwick Airport11:50Poole£391One-way0 changes
- 7:203h30London Gatwick Airport10:50Poole£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to Poole
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 136 km
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£36 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Poole train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Poole trains for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:20 London Gatwick Airport | 3h30 | 10:50 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:25 London Gatwick Airport | 3h25 | 10:50 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:21 London Gatwick Airport | 3h29 | 11:50 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:14 London Gatwick Airport | 3h22 | 16:36 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Poole
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Poole run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 7:09 |
Last train 20:43 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Poole trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Poole from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Poole train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Poole
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall and in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Main Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
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