The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to Branksome
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
7 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
5 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Branksome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Branksome will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 50 trains that leave Poole for Branksome every day 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 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.
5:000h07Poole5:07Branksome£41One-way0 changes
5:230h07Poole5:30Branksome£41One-way0 changes
5:400h07Poole5:47Branksome£41One-way0 changes
5:550h07Poole6:02Branksome£41One-way0 changes
6:410h07Poole6:48Branksome£41One-way0 changes
5:000h07Poole5:07Branksome£41One-way0 changes
5:230h07Poole5:30Branksome£41One-way0 changes
5:400h07Poole5:47Branksome£41One-way0 changes
5:550h07Poole6:02Branksome£41One-way0 changes
6:410h07Poole6:48Branksome£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Poole to Branksome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Branksome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 5 km
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£5 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
37m Average total duration Fastest 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to Branksome
Trains from Poole to Branksome run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 7m.
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 0:29 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Poole to Branksome trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Poole and Branksome from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Poole to Branksome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to Branksome 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 Branksome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Poole and Branksome
Most Poole to Branksome trains use the Poole to Branksome station pair. Use this guide to compare Poole and Branksome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Poole station do trains to Branksome leave from?
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.
Which Branksome station do trains from Poole arrive at?
Getting to Branksome from Branksome city centre
Branksome train station facilities and services
Branksome has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Branksome.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Branksome.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Branksome.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Branksome: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Branksome: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Branksome: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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