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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torquay to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £63 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £63, while a coach costs an average of £68.
Distance: 111 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Torquay to Poole:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Torquay to Poole costing on average £68.
Other travel options to Poole take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 51m.
Tickets start at around £63 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-36.90. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 2h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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The most popular day trips by train from Poole are Bournemouth, Southampton, Salisbury, Weymouth and Winchester. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Poole on Omio.
Bournemouth is a south coast seaside town known for its long sandy beach, Victorian gardens and pier. It has a relaxed holiday feel, with a busy seafront, clifftop views and a lively town centre.
Southampton is a maritime city on England’s south coast, known for its ocean liner history and links to the Titanic. Medieval walls and museums stand near a busy waterfront and modern shopping centre, giving it a lively yet practical feel.
Salisbury is best known for its magnificent cathedral and its well-preserved medieval centre. The city feels compact and traditional, with historic streets, a lively market square and easy links to nearby Stonehenge.
Weymouth is a traditional seaside town on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, known for its sandy beach, harbour and Georgian seafront. It has a relaxed holiday feel, with coastal walks, watersports and strong maritime character.
Winchester is a historic Hampshire city known for its cathedral, medieval streets and links to King Alfred the Great. Once an Anglo-Saxon capital, it feels compact, walkable and quietly elegant.
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This is compared to other travel options from Torquay to Poole:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Torquay to Poole costing on average £68.
Other travel options to Poole take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 51m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Torquay and Poole as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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