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Compare train and coach for Swansea to Poole
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 170 km
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£84 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to Poole train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Poole trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:46
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P08479 · P09269+ L48324 | On time 08:21 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h55 | 13:16 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
| P08479 · P08385+L48324 | On time 08:21 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h55 | 13:16 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
| P08481 · P09638+L48330 | On time 09:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h42 | 15:04 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
| P08481 · P08387+L48336 | On time 09:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h54 | 14:16 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
P08481+ C23555+L48188 | On time 09:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h16 | 13:38 Poole station (POO) | 2 changes | |
 G56285+P08913 · P09638+L48330 | On time 09:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h37 | 15:04 Poole station (POO) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Poole
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Poole run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 5h 8m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 05:02 |
Last train 19:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swansea to Poole trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Poole from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 46m
Cheapest Price
£84
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 11m
Cheapest Price
£214
first_great_western frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Poole train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Poole 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 Poole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Poole's attractions, including its harbour, beaches, and nearby nature reserves, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Poole is by coach, costing approximately £37.
The train distance from Swansea to Poole is 170 km.
Booking trains from Swansea to Poole in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Swansea to Poole departs at 19:40.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Poole.
The train journey from Swansea to Poole covers a distance of 170 km and takes approximately 5h 8m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Poole can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £84, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Poole is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Poole station (POO).
The train journey from Swansea to Poole offers scenic views, especially along the South Wales coastline and through the rolling landscapes of the West Country, providing glimpses of picturesque countryside and charming towns.
The first train from Swansea to Poole leaves at 5:02.
Trains from Swansea to Poole run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Poole.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Poole.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Poole.
To get from Swansea to Poole, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Swansea to Poole is not feasible as the travel duration is 5h 8m. Trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 170 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Poole
Swansea
Poole
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Poole.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Poole is Parkstone (Dorset). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Parkstone (Dorset) for your journey to Poole from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiParking
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Parkstone (Dorset)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Poole
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
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