The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £37
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- £51
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 2 h 9 m
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 2 h 11 m
- Trains on 04 Nov
- 34
- Distance
- 157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 34 trains from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT), including 33 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.
L8027818:04 2h15 Poole station (POO) 20:19 London Waterloo (WAT) £37 1 One-way 0 changes
L8014418:37 2h12 Poole station (POO) 20:49 London Waterloo (WAT) £37 1 One-way 0 changes
L8015419:37 2h09 Poole station (POO) 21:46 London Waterloo (WAT) £37 1 One-way 0 changes
L8028819:02 2h27 Poole station (POO) 21:29 London Waterloo (WAT) £37 1 One-way 0 changes
L8029820:02 2h22 Poole station (POO) 22:24 London Waterloo (WAT) £37 1 One-way 0 changes
L8015419:37 2h09 Poole station (POO) 21:46 London Waterloo (WAT) £37 1 One-way 0 changes
L800699:37 2h10 Poole station (POO) 11:47 London Waterloo (WAT) £51 1 One-way 0 changes
L8007410:37 2h12 Poole station (POO) 12:49 London Waterloo (WAT) £46 1 One-way 0 changes
L80364_L800658:37 2h12 Poole station (POO) 10:49 London Waterloo (WAT) £51 1 One-way 0 changes
L8009813:37 2h12 Poole station (POO) 15:49 London Waterloo (WAT) £42 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 21:48 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) trip
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Live departures
Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80238 | On time 14:03 Poole station (POO) | 2h17 | 16:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80106 | On time 14:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h12 | 16:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80248 | On time 15:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 17:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80116 | On time 15:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h12 | 17:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80258 | On time 16:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 18:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80124 | On time 16:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h12 | 18:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80268 | On time 17:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 19:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80134 | On time 17:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h14 | 19:51 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80278 | On time 18:04 Poole station (POO) | 2h15 | 20:19 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80144 | On time 18:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h12 | 20:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80288 | On time 19:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h27 | 21:29 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80154 | On time 19:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h09 | 21:46 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80298 | On time 20:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h22 | 22:24 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80170 | On time 20:33 Poole station (POO) | 2h13 | 22:46 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80314 | On time 20:50 Poole station (POO) | 2h39 | 23:29 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L78744 | 4:52 Poole station (POO) | 2h34 | 7:26 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L78870 | 5:33 Poole station (POO) | 2h14 | 7:47 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L78751 | 5:48 Poole station (POO) | 2h31 | 8:19 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80342_L78872 | 6:35 Poole station (POO) | 2h13 | 8:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80348_L78757 | 7:07 Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 9:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80356_L78761 | 7:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h17 | 9:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L78765 | 7:59 Poole station (POO) | 2h27 | 10:26 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80065+ G00858+ L79358 | 8:06 Poole station (POO) | 2h36 | 10:42 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
L80364_L80065 | 8:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h12 | 10:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80196 | 9:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 11:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80069 | 9:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h10 | 11:47 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80202 | 10:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 12:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80074 | 10:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h12 | 12:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80208 | 11:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h19 | 13:21 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80080 | 11:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h13 | 13:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80218 | 12:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h19 | 14:21 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80088 | 12:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h13 | 14:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80228 | 13:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 15:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80098 | 13:37 Poole station (POO) | 2h12 | 15:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Important Stations and Airports in Poole station (POO) and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Poole to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Poole station (POO) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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