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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Poole
Showing times and prices for 06 Dec
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
308 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Poole will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Fast trains
To travel from Manchester to Poole you need to make at least one change.
C23560+
L4820009:255h13
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:38Poole station (POO)
£971One-way
1 change
W09216+
Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L4834609:555h19
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:14Poole station (POO)
£1331One-way
2 changes
W09210+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L4820009:355h03
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:38Poole station (POO)
£1331One-way
2 changes
W09193+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L4833808:555h19
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:14Poole station (POO)
£1331One-way
2 changes
W09187+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L4819008:355h02
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:37Poole station (POO)
£1331One-way
2 changes
W09187+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L4819008:355h02
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:37Poole station (POO)
£1331One-way
2 changes
W09210+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L4820009:355h03
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:38Poole station (POO)
£1331One-way
2 changes
C23556+L4819008:255h12
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:37Poole station (POO)
£1601One-way
1 change
C23560+L4820009:255h13
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:38Poole station (POO)
£971One-way
1 change
W09216+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L4834609:555h19
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:14Poole station (POO)
£1331One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Poole
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 308 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£106 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Poole train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Poole trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:13
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C23555+L48188 | On time 08:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h13 | 13:38 Poole station (POO) | 1 change | |
| W09155+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L48188 | On time 08:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h03 | 13:38 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
| W09162+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L48336 | On time 08:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h21 | 14:16 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
| C23559+L48198 | On time 09:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h13 | 14:38 Poole station (POO) | 1 change | |
| W09178+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L48198 | On time 09:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h03 | 14:38 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
| W09186+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+L48344 | On time 09:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h21 | 15:16 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 04:05 Manchester | 5h31 | 09:36 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:11 Manchester | 5h25 | 09:36 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:55 Manchester | 5h18 | 13:13 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Poole
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Poole run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 5h 2m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 22:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Poole trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Poole from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£63
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 2m
Cheapest Price
£93
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Manchester to Poole train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
To fully explore Poole's attractions, including its harbour, beaches, and nearby nature reserves, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
The train journey from Manchester to Poole offers varied scenery, including views of the rolling countryside, charming villages, and occasionally glimpses of the English coastline as you approach the southern regions.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Poole is by coach, costing approximately £14.
A day trip from Manchester to Poole is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 2m. Trains run 5 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Poole can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £63, while the average price tends to be around £106.
The train distance from Manchester to Poole is 308 km.
Booking trains from Manchester to Poole in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Manchester to Poole departs at 22:15.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Poole.
The train journey from Manchester to Poole covers a distance of 308 km and takes approximately 5h 2m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Poole is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Poole station (POO).
The first train from Manchester to Poole leaves at 4:42.
Trains from Manchester to Poole run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Poole.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Poole.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Poole.
To get from Manchester to Poole, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Poole
Manchester
Poole
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Poole.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
The major train station for arrivals in Poole is Parkstone (Dorset). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Parkstone (Dorset) for your journey to Poole from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParking
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Parkstone (Dorset)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Poole
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
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