The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£109
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
Of the 2 trains that leave Poole for London Heathrow Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Poole to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Poole to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 136 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£111 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Poole to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:07 Poole | 2h59 | 18:06 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
![]() | 07:10 Poole | 3h11 | 10:21 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Poole to London Heathrow Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 15:07. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 04:28 |
Last train 15:07 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Poole to London Heathrow Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Poole and London Heathrow Airport from £9. 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 London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Poole and London Heathrow Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
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