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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 42 m
Trains on 20 Sept
28
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 £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 28 trains from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT), including 28 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
L8032221:483h10Poole station (POO)0:58London Waterloo (WAT)£291One-way0 changes- L7885919:503h11Poole station (POO)23:01London Waterloo (WAT)£291One-way0 changes
- L787717:463h15Poole station (POO)11:01London Waterloo (WAT)£371One-way0 changes
- L7882315:503h11Poole station (POO)19:01London Waterloo (WAT)£371One-way0 changes
- L7884718:503h11Poole station (POO)22:01London Waterloo (WAT)£371One-way0 changes
- L8017210:272h42Poole station (POO)13:09London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way0 changes
- L801388:272h42Poole station (POO)11:09London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way0 changes
- L8018412:272h42Poole station (POO)15:09London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way0 changes
- L8023216:272h42Poole station (POO)19:09London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way0 changes
- L8027218:272h42Poole station (POO)21:09London Waterloo (WAT)£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 157 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £21 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT):
A coach is £0.18 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £21.
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £39.
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 16m.
Coach takes on average 3h 52m.
The journey is about 20m faster (2h 16m by train vs 2h 36m by car) and roughly £22 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£39 vs £61). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L80081 | On time 11:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h52 | 14:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80219 | On time 12:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 14:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80089 | On time 12:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h52 | 15:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80229 | On time 13:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 15:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80099 | On time 13:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h52 | 16:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80239 | On time 14:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 16:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80107 | On time 14:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h52 | 17:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80249 | On time 15:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 17:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80117 | On time 15:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h52 | 18:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80259 | On time 16:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 18:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80125 | On time 16:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h52 | 19:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80269 | On time 17:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 19:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80135 | On time 17:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h52 | 20:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80279 | On time 18:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 20:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80145 | On time 18:36 Poole station (POO) | 2h45 | 21:21 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80289 | On time 19:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 21:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80155 | On time 19:34 Poole station (POO) | 2h47 | 22:21 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80299 | On time 20:02 Poole station (POO) | 2h54 | 22:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78864 | On time 20:35 Poole station (POO) | 2h46 | 23:21 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80315 | On time 20:51 Poole station (POO) | 3h10 | 0:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80327 | On time 21:42 Poole station (POO) | 3h00 | 0:42 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80559 | On time 21:53 Poole station (POO) | 3h19 | 1:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| L78767 | 7:17 Poole station (POO) | 3h08 | 10:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78771 | 7:46 Poole station (POO) | 3h15 | 11:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80138 | 8:27 Poole station (POO) | 2h42 | 11:09 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78775 | 8:50 Poole station (POO) | 3h11 | 12:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80158 | 9:27 Poole station (POO) | 2h58 | 12:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78779 | 9:50 Poole station (POO) | 3h11 | 13:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80172 | 10:27 Poole station (POO) | 2h42 | 13:09 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78783 | 10:50 Poole station (POO) | 3h11 | 14:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 20:54 |
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 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway trains will get you between Poole station (POO) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £5. 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 station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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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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