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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO)
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO) 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 Poole station (POO) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 29 trains that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for Poole station (POO) every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.
L7884422:052h32London Waterloo (WAT)0:37Poole station (POO)£251One-way0 changes- L787528:532h40London Waterloo (WAT)11:33Poole station (POO)£271One-way0 changes
- L7876810:542h39London Waterloo (WAT)13:33Poole station (POO)£271One-way0 changes
- L787589:532h40London Waterloo (WAT)12:33Poole station (POO)£271One-way0 changes
- L801139:352h30London Waterloo (WAT)12:05Poole station (POO)£271One-way0 changes
- L8028521:352h20London Waterloo (WAT)23:55Poole station (POO)£371One-way0 changes
- L7879416:052h28London Waterloo (WAT)18:33Poole station (POO)£411One-way0 changes
- L7881018:052h28London Waterloo (WAT)20:33Poole station (POO)£371One-way0 changes
- L7881819:052h28London Waterloo (WAT)21:33Poole station (POO)£321One-way0 changes
- L7880217:052h28London Waterloo (WAT)19:33Poole station (POO)£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a ferry costs an average of £24.
Distance: 157 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£30 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO) trains for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L80235 | On time 10:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h12 | 12:17 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80235_L84958 | 10:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h19 | 12:24 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80103 | On time 10:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 12:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80243_L84963 | 11:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h19 | 13:24 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80243 | On time 11:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h12 | 13:17 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80111 | On time 11:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 13:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80255_L84968 | 12:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h19 | 14:24 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80255 | On time 12:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h12 | 14:17 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80121 | On time 12:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h07 | 14:42 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80263_L84973 | 13:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h19 | 15:24 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80263 | On time 13:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h12 | 15:17 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80129 | On time 13:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 15:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80275 | On time 14:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h12 | 16:17 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80141 | On time 14:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 16:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80283 | On time 15:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h13 | 17:18 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80283_L84982 | 15:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h20 | 17:25 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80149 | On time 15:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 17:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80295 | On time 16:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h12 | 18:17 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80295_L84986 | 16:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h19 | 18:24 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80161 | On time 16:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 18:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80303 | Delayed 17:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h08 | 18:17 18:17Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80303_L84989 | 17:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h15 | 19:20 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80165 | Delayed 17:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h01 | 18:41 18:41Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80309 | On time 18:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h12 | 20:17 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80309_L84991 | 18:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h20 | 20:25 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80175 | On time 18:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 20:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80319 | On time 19:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h13 | 21:18 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80319_L84993 | 19:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h19 | 21:24 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80325 | On time 19:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 21:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78832 | On time 20:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h24 | 22:29 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80331 | On time 20:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 22:41 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78842 | On time 21:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h28 | 23:33 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80337 | On time 21:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h07 | 23:42 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78850 | On time 22:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h21 | 0:26 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78854 | On time 22:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h13 | 0:48 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78862 | On time 23:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h28 | 1:33 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 23 August | |||||
| L80095 | 8:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h30 | 11:05 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78752 | 8:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h40 | 11:33 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80113 | 9:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h30 | 12:05 Poole station (POO) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO)
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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 4:18 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Poole station (POO) from £5. 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 Poole station (POO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO) 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 station (POO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Waterloo (WAT) and Poole station (POO)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Poole station (POO) trains use the London Waterloo to Poole station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Poole station (POO) 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 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.
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