The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£146
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Liverpool will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £146.
Of the 1 trains that leave Poole for Liverpool 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 307 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.
8:415h23Poole14:04Liverpool£1461One-way0 changes
8:415h23Poole14:04Liverpool£1461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Poole to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Poole to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 307 km
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£126 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Poole to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:41 Poole | 5h23 | 14:04 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to Liverpool
Trains from Poole to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 307 km distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 307 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 20:51 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Poole to Liverpool trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Poole and Liverpool from £18. 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 Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Poole and Liverpool
Most Poole to Liverpool trains use the Poole to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Poole and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Poole station do trains to Liverpool 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.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central 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 Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
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