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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Milton Keynes will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 4 trains that leave Poole for Milton Keynes every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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 train and coach for Poole to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, and a coach costs an average of £86.
Distance: 170 km
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£63 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Poole to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Milton Keynes trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:20 Poole | 5h05 | 11:25 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:32 Poole | 4h29 | 12:01 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:55 Poole | 4h34 | 12:29 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:32 Poole | 3h51 | 12:23 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to Milton Keynes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Poole to Milton Keynes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 21:05 |
FAQs: Poole to Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Poole and Milton Keynes
Wifi
Parking
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- 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
WifiParking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- 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
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
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