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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Poole
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Poole will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milton Keynes 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 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.
17:173h52Milton Keynes21:09Poole£801One-way0 changes
- 17:173h52Milton Keynes21:09Poole£801One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Milton Keynes to Poole
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes 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 train which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 170 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£61 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milton Keynes to Poole train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 Milton Keynes | 4h15 | 11:15 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:28 Milton Keynes | 5h08 | 22:36 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Poole
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Poole run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 3:30 |
Last train 20:40 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Milton Keynes to Poole train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes and Poole
Most Milton Keynes to Poole trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Poole station pair, with some services arriving at Parkstone (Dorset). Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Poole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Poole leave from?
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance, 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 Milton Keynes 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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