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Poole Museum
Local history museum on Poole Quay covering the harbour, trade and town life. A compact, useful introduction to the area's past.
Trains from Portslade to Parkstone run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 04:23. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 4:23 |
Last train 4:23 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Local history museum on Poole Quay covering the harbour, trade and town life. A compact, useful introduction to the area's past.
Historic quayside house furnished to show Poole life around the time of the Great Fire of 1666. Atmospheric and easy to combine with the museum.
Contemporary art gallery in nearby Bournemouth with changing exhibitions, talks and a respected modern collection in a central setting.
Large harbour-side park with gardens, a boating lake, play areas and level paths. Good for walks, family time and relaxing near the water.
Historic waterfront area with old buildings, pubs, boat trips and harbour views. Ideal for strolling and seeing Poole's maritime character.
Characterful village centre with independent shops, historic buildings and a relaxed local feel. A pleasant lesser-known area to wander.
Dorset apple cake is a lightly spiced local cake packed with apples, long baked across Dorset and often served with tea or cream.
Blue Vinny is a crumbly Dorset blue cheese made near Sturminster Newton, one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
Dorset knobs are hard twice-baked bread rusks, traditionally eaten with cheese, soups or ale and closely linked to Dorset food heritage.
Well-known harbourside spot for seafood platters, oysters and fish dishes in a lively casual setting near Poole Quay.
Relaxed seafood restaurant by Poole Quay known for fresh local fish, shellfish and a smart but unfussy coastal atmosphere.
Stylish waterside restaurant serving modern British dishes, steaks and seafood with marina views and a polished setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Parkstone (Dorset) -> Poole Station, Poole
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portslade to Parkstone 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 Parkstone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portslade to Parkstone trains use the Portslade to station pair. Use this guide to compare Portslade and Parkstone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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