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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK)
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 58 m
Trains on 23 Sept
20
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 20 trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK), including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
L80147_L7879115:352h06London Waterloo (WAT)17:41Pokesdown (POK)£141One-way0 changes- L80281_L7878515:052h04London Waterloo (WAT)17:09Pokesdown (POK)£171One-way0 changes
- L80293_L7879316:052h04London Waterloo (WAT)18:09Pokesdown (POK)£201One-way0 changes
- L80159_L7879916:352h07London Waterloo (WAT)18:42Pokesdown (POK)£201One-way0 changes
- L80301_L7880117:052h01London Waterloo (WAT)19:06Pokesdown (POK)£201One-way0 changes
- L8025312:051h54London Waterloo (WAT)13:59Pokesdown (POK)£201One-way0 changes
- L8024111:051h54London Waterloo (WAT)12:59Pokesdown (POK)£231One-way0 changes
- L80301_L7880117:052h01London Waterloo (WAT)19:06Pokesdown (POK)£201One-way0 changes
- L7883020:052h01London Waterloo (WAT)22:06Pokesdown (POK)£411One-way0 changes
- L80307_L7880918:052h02London Waterloo (WAT)20:07Pokesdown (POK)£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 147 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £22 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK):
A ferry is £0.44 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) costing on average £22.
A ferry is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) costing on average £48.
Other travel options to Pokesdown (POK) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 6m.
Coach takes on average 3h 9m.
The journey is about 16m faster (2h 6m by train vs 2h 22m by car) and roughly £11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£48 vs £60). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L80159_L78799 | 16:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h08 | 18:43 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80301_L78801 | 17:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h01 | 19:06 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80163_L78807 | 17:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h03 | 19:38 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80307_L78809 | 18:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h02 | 20:07 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80173_L78815 | 18:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h03 | 20:38 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80317_L78817 | 19:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h04 | 21:09 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80317_L78817 | 19:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h05 | 21:10 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80323 · L80543 | Delayed 19:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h04 | 20:41 20:41Pokesdown (POK) | 1 change | |
| L80323 · L80543 | On time 19:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 21:41 Pokesdown (POK) | 1 change | |
| L78830 | Delayed 20:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h00 | 21:06 21:06Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78830 | On time 20:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h01 | 22:06 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80329 · L80549 | On time 20:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 22:41 Pokesdown (POK) | 1 change | |
| L78840 | On time 21:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 23:11 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80335 · L80554 | On time 21:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h05 | 23:40 Pokesdown (POK) | 1 change | |
| L78848 | Delayed 22:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h01 | 23:08 23:08Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78848 | On time 22:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h03 | 0:08 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
| L78868 | 7:03 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h05 | 9:08 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80359 · L80476 | 7:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h14 | 9:49 Pokesdown (POK) | 1 change | |
| L80241 | 11:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h54 | 12:59 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80109 · L80500 | 11:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 13:41 Pokesdown (POK) | 1 change | |
| L80253 | 12:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h54 | 13:59 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80281_L78785 | 15:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h04 | 17:09 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80147_L78791 | 15:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 17:41 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80293_L78793 | 16:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h04 | 18:09 Pokesdown (POK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK)
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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 4:21 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: South Western Railway from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Pokesdown (POK) from £6. 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) 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 Pokesdown (POK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Waterloo (WAT) and Pokesdown (POK)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Pokesdown (POK) trains use the London Waterloo to Bournemouth station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Pokesdown (POK) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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